Part 6/10:
To develop a genuine European security framework, Europe must critically assess and address five significant gaps where U.S. leadership currently dominates:
Military Presence: The U.S. has around 100,000 troops stationed in Europe, primarily providing a first line of defense against adversaries like Russia.
Defense Spending: The U.S. accounts for over 70% of NATO’s defense expenditure, dwarfing contributions from other member states and resulting in military fragmentation.
Leadership: The U.S. military’s unified command structure and fast decision-making processes provide order and efficacy in operations—elements that other NATO members have yet to replicate.