The European Commission is establishing a new intelligence unit under President Ursula von der Leyen to enhance the collaboration of information from national spy agencies, driven by security concerns related to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and the shifting U.S. support. The unit will be based in the commission’s secretariat-general, aiming to improve intelligence sharing among EU member states, although it faces resistance from the EU’s diplomatic service fearing duplication of roles. Discussions are ongoing, but no timeline for implementation has been set. The initiative reflects the EU’s need to strengthen its security capabilities amid rising geopolitical tensions.
