Ursula von der Leyen says threats "clearly threaten our national security"

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen proposed making Canada the EU's first associate member, signaling closer transatlantic ties amid US trade disputes. She also advocated for a NATO-style security framework for Europe to address threats like cyberattacks and sabotage, particularly those attributed to Russia, that do not constitute direct armed conflict but endanger national security. This initiative aims to bolster economic and security cooperation between the EU and Canada, building on their existing trade agreement.