On November 12, 2025, the European Union advanced plans to establish a dedicated intelligence agency aimed at enhancing coordination among member states’ security agencies amidst escalating geopolitical tensions, particularly due to Russia’s hybrid warfare and the ongoing Ukraine conflict. Spearheaded by EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, this initiative seeks to consolidate intelligence data to inform EU-wide security strategies, despite concerns regarding potential duplication of existing structures and issues of sovereignty. The move reflects a strategic shift towards greater autonomy in intelligence capabilities, responding to fears of reduced US security commitments to Europe. This development could significantly reshape internal security coordination and collective defense strategies within the EU, furthering its strategic interests in a volatile global landscape.