Cognitive security calls for more than traditional defence measures. It requires a direct response to the strategic targeting of perception and knowledge in covert political warfare.
We switched the lens and discussed the Western Balkans not only as recipients of security, but as essential contributors to Europe’s security architecture.
The 12-day Israel-Iran war in June 2025 profoundly altered the strategic landscape of the Middle East, leaving the risk of military escalation dangerously high. In this uncertain environment, Europe can still play a critical diplomatic role.
In the recent drone attacks, it was always small groups of European countries that took action. Not all important decisions are made by all 27 EU Member States.
