ANALYSIS: Europe (& Japan) Can Replace US Dependency in Intelligence Domain for Ukraine

The European Union is accelerating its strategic autonomy to replace US intelligence capabilities and provide sovereign satellite surveillance for the Ukraine war. This transition includes the launch of the IRIS² communication network to rival Starlink and the development of a German-led missile detection system. Kaja Kallas argues that NATO must become more European to maintain its strength, suggesting EU-financed military capabilities are essential for future security. Recent reports indicate that European intelligence agencies are now capable of filling the gap left by any potential US withdrawal. Furthermore, the analysis covers how satellite technology from Finland and Eastern Europe is transforming frontline surveillance while the EU invests €10.6 billion into technological sovereignty to counter evolving drone threats.

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