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Germany's Spy Chief Calls for European Security Independence

12/9/2025

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On December 8, 2025, Sinan Selen, Germany's spy chief, stated that the U.S. Security Strategy does not require a split between Europe and the United States.
He urged Europe to gain security independence and develop alternatives to U.S. technology, especially in digital surveillance.
Selen noted Germany lags France and the Netherlands in this area.
He urged reviewing alliances and strengthening European defense capabilities by 2027.

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On December 8, 2025, Sinan Selen, Germany's spy chief, stated that the U.S. Security Strategy does not require a split between Europe and the United States.
He urged Europe to gain security independence and develop alternatives to U.S. technology, especially in digital surveillance.
Selen noted Germany lags France and the Netherlands in this area.
He urged reviewing alliances and strengthening European defense capabilities by 2027.