EU Defence Commissioner Andrius Kubilius suggested the bloc consider forming a standing European military force of 100,000 troops to potentially replace US forces in Europe. This proposal arises amid concerns over US reliability, particularly from President Trump's rhetoric, and the ongoing threat from Russia. While the idea of a unified European army has been discussed before, member states are historically hesitant to cede military control. Kubilius also proposed a European Security Council to expedite defence decisions.