The call from five European defense ministers: "To ensure that the Euro-Atlantic space remains safe, we must invest more in our own capabilities and resources"

European defense ministers emphasize the need for Europe to take greater responsibility for its security. They advocate for stronger collaboration among Germany, France, Italy, Poland, and the UK to enhance NATO and EU defense capabilities. The newly established 'E5' format aims to unify military strengths and resources, ensuring a robust transatlantic alliance. The ministers highlight the importance of their combined conventional forces and nuclear deterrents in addressing security challenges. They call for increased political and military roles for European allies within NATO, aiming to fulfill commitments made in previous agreements.