The EU's Quarter-Life Crisis: Threats and Opportunities for Resilience (ecfr.eu)

• Multiple external threats: Russia, China, US relations
• Internal divisions and economic challenges
• Potential for stronger EU integration and autonomy

"The European Union faces a 'quarter-life crisis' marked by multiple threats: geopolitical tensions with Russia and China, transatlantic strains, internal political divisions, and economic challenges. However, the article argues that this period can be transformative, pushing the EU toward greater strategic autonomy, defense cooperation, and digital sovereignty. Drawing lessons from past crises, it suggests that the union can emerge stronger and more united."