EU Urgently Closes Defence Gaps Amid Russian Threats

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European Parliament Foreign Affairs Committee Chair David McAllister demands urgent EU defence capability expansion to reduce US dependency and counter escalating Russian security threats

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European Parliament Foreign Affairs Committee Chair David McAllister demands urgent EU defence capability expansion to reduce US dependency and counter escalating Russian security threats

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Oct 2, 2026 • 10:53 PM

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EU Urgently Closes Defence Gaps Amid Russian Threats

European Parliament Foreign Affairs Committee Chair David McAllister demands urgent EU defence capability expansion to reduce US dependency and counter escalating Russian security threats

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European Parliament Foreign Affairs Committee Chair David McAllister demands urgent EU defence capability expansion to reduce US dependency and counter escalating Russian security threats