EU Urges Preparedness Amid Rising Threats

The European Union has called on its citizens to stockpile essentials for at least 72 hours due to increasing threats like war, cyberattacks, and climate change. This push accompanies the EU's strategic review of its security measures to address complex and interconnected issues.

The European Union has issued a call to action, urging citizens across its member nations to prepare for potential crises by stockpiling necessities for a minimum of 72 hours. This appeal comes in light of increasing threats from war, cyberattacks, climate change, and public health challenges.

As the bloc's security landscape evolves, spurred by warnings from past U.S. administrations, the EU is reassessing its strategic approach to ensure preparedness amidst geopolitical and environmental uncertainties. NATO officials have also highlighted the need for vigilance, warning of future threats from Russia by the end of the decade.

Preparedness and Crisis Management Commissioner Hadja Lahbib highlighted the interconnected nature of these threats as she introduced the EU's proactive measures. These include not only citizen preparedness but also the establishment of a 'strategic reserve' of critical resources like medical, energy, and transport supplies. Coordination among member states is encouraged to strengthen collective resilience.

(With inputs from agencies.)