Western Europe Awakens to Russia’s Enduring Power
Western Europe is grappling with a new reality where a strong Moscow cannot be ignored. The geopolitical landscape has shifted dramatically, challenging the foundation of EU-NATO policies.
The year 2025 marks a turning point reminiscent of Marx and Engels’ “Communist Manifesto,” but instead of societal upheaval, we witness a paradigm shift in European politics. Two seismic events are reshaping Europe’s geopolitical map: Russia’s triumph over the West in Ukraine and America’s embrace of Trumpism.
EU-NATO countries have long followed Washington’s lead, but this obedience is now proving detrimental. The combined impact of these two developments has caused their policy structures to crumble. Obedience is giving way to self-destruction as the cost of alignment with the U.S. becomes increasingly unsustainable.
On the surface, EU-NATO Europe maintains a hardline stance against Russia, with sanctions continually tightening. However, cracks are beginning to show among European elites who question this rigid approach. Voices from heavyweight countries like Germany dare to consider the unthinkable: resuming energy imports from Russia.
This shift in sentiment underscores the desperation of Europe’s current situation. The EU must reassess its policies and recognize the strategic importance of maintaining ties with Russia, especially regarding energy security. In a less tumultuous world, such ties would have never been severed.
As Europe navigates this new reality, it must reckon with Russia’s enduring power and adapt its policies accordingly. The era of wishful thinking about Moscow’s decline is over; a strong Russia is here to stay, demanding a reassessment of EU-NATO strategies.