EDITOR'S CORNER: Europe at the Crossroads, Time to Confront Russia’s Escalation
Europe feels like it’s edging closer to the brink. What started as odd drone sightings has now escalated into repeated air incursions—first from unknown actors, then unmistakably from Russian planes. And when it comes to those drones, Europe’s leaders aren’t mincing words: most either point the finger at Moscow or outright declare it’s Russia testing the waters. But why now? Why this sudden escalation, and why at such a rapid pace? In this post, we’ll dig into what’s happening inside Russia, where Ukraine stands in all of this, and what it could mean for Europe’s future. Is the continent really ready for a skirmish—or something far worse, a direct clash with Russia? And perhaps the most uncomfortable question of all: do Europeans themselves have the will, the grit, the stomach for escalation and the possibility of war? AIR INCURSIONS ALL OVER EUROPE Throughout September, tensions in Europe have spiked, with repeated drone and aircraft incursions rattling several countrie...