The undignified withdrawal of NATO from Afghanistan and the takeover by the Taliban will also have severe repercussions for Europe and its security. The threat of islamist terrorism may further rise. Many more Afghans will try to flee from the Taliban regime to neighbouring countries, but also to Europe. The events made also clear – yet for another time – that the EU lacks strategic autonomy and depends on US capabilities and leadership. When Washington acts against European interests especially on peace and security matters, the EU often lacks the will and means to pursue its own foreign and security policy.
