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EU's Kallas Warns Against Risky European Army Proposal

2/2/2026

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Kaja Kallas, the European Union foreign policy chief, warned against creating a Europe-wide army, labeling it "extremely dangerous" at a security conference in Norway on February 2, 2026.
Kallas highlighted the necessity of a clear command structure during military crises, arguing that a separate European army could lead to confusion alongside NATO.
Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre supported Kallas, emphasizing Norway's role as NATO's front line against Russian nuclear forces.
Both leaders called for enhanced collaboration between NATO and the EU to strengthen European defense capabilities.

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Kaja Kallas, the European Union foreign policy chief, warned against creating a Europe-wide army, labeling it "extremely dangerous" at a security conference in Norway on February 2, 2026.
Kallas highlighted the necessity of a clear command structure during military crises, arguing that a separate European army could lead to confusion alongside NATO.
Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre supported Kallas, emphasizing Norway's role as NATO's front line against Russian nuclear forces.
Both leaders called for enhanced collaboration between NATO and the EU to strengthen European defense capabilities.