The US Leaked Files, State Secrecy and Democratic Intelligence Oversight in Europe

The ongoing war in Ukraine has escalated national security threats across the European Union, revealing vulnerabilities in both diplomacy and intelligence cooperation. The rise of conventional and transnational challenges, including extremism and civil unrest, has exposed failures in managing immigration and border security. Criticism among EU intelligence agencies highlights the need for better collaboration with policymakers and civil society. The recent violent riots in France, influenced by foreign interference and jihadist involvement, serve as a stark warning for Europe’s stability.