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European Deterrence in Ukraine: The Heart of Future Security or Insecurity
What is the central argument of “European Deterrence in Ukraine”, and why does it matter for European defence and dual-use markets?
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Original DFM publication · DFM Analysis report · 2025-09-04
The war in Ukraine has highlighted the fragility of European security and the urgency of developing credible deterrence mechanisms that go beyond financial or rhetorical commitments. According to recent debates, the most important element of any guarantee for Ukraine’s future stability must be a well-armed European deterrence force on the ground.
This would not be a symbolic deployment but a concrete military presence stationed behind the front lines, ready to intervene rapidly. Its function would be twofold: to provide immediate operational support to Ukrainian units in case of renewed Russian offensives, and to send a clear strategic message to Moscow.
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What is European Deterrence in Ukraine: The Heart of Future Security or Insecurity?
This would not be a symbolic deployment but a concrete military presence stationed behind the front lines, ready to intervene rapidly.
Why does European Deterrence in Ukraine: The Heart of Future Security or Insecurity matter for European defence?
Its function would be twofold: to provide immediate operational support to Ukrainian units in case of renewed Russian offensives, and to send a clear strategic message to Moscow.
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