In the midst of Russia’s war on Ukraine, the EU published its long-awaited securityand defence strategy called the “Strategic Compass”. This document is the first of its kind for the EU, and it can be likened to an EU “white book” on defence. The Strategic Compass is certainly the document to read if one wants to better understand the Union’s priorities and ambitions in security and defence1. Faced with the harrowing situation in Ukraine, however, it is clear that no single strategic document can – alone – boostEU security and defence.
Défense: Géopolitique & Sécurité, 2022, No. 212
Daniel Fiott 