War is already in the European Union. A "hybrid war," as defined by the Prime Minister of Denmark, Mette Frederiksen, which their own country and Poland have already experienced with Russia's violations and provocations using drones.
"We are in the most complicated situation not only since the Cold War, but since World War II," Frederiksen emphasized before participating in the informal meeting of EU presidents taking place in the Danish capital on Wednesday. She is, therefore, the host of the event, as well as the leader of one of the countries under the watch of Vladimir Putin. A very authoritative voice, in short.
The Prime Minister of Denmark was also asked about the position of southern countries, specifically Spain and Italy. Frederiksen avoided criticizing the position of the Spanish Government led by Pedro Sánchez, which has already stated that it will not go beyond 2% of Gross Domestic Product (GDP), but emphasized the need for a common European goal. "Otherwise, we will be divided, and I do not think that is good for Europe," she stressed.
"This should be seen from a European perspective. We all must rearm," she added when questioned again about Spain's reluctance to increase military spending. Denmark's message is clear and shared by many other northern countries geographically closer to Spain.
"There is clearly pressure on Spain. Mr. Sánchez will need to be reminded of his Defense obligations," diplomatic sources pointed out to this newspaper in recent days. Last week, the Prime Minister of Finland, Petteri Orpo, was also very clear regarding the funding of the anti-drone wall.
"This is the eastern border of Europe, where Europe is defended, and since for 20 years we have shown financial solidarity with the southern European countries, now is the time to show solidarity in terms of security," he stated after meeting with the Defense and Space Minister, Andrius Kubilius, to address the drone wall that is now a "priority" for the EU.
Regarding that drone wall, the Prime Minister of Latvia, Evika Silina, stated that this tool could be ready "in a year and a half." "It is a very timely meeting because the Russians continue to make incursions with their drones... It is very unusual, and we will see what we can do together with NATO," she also pointed out upon arriving at the informal summit of presidents.