In a non -binding resolution approved by the European Parliament today, it is reported that preparatory actions for defense must be “similar to those in times of war”, with MEPs seeking more help for Ukraine.

Europe today faces the most serious military threat to its territorial integrity after the end of the Cold War“, Says the resolution, which was approved by 419 votes in favor, 204 against 46 abstentions.

To resolution or Russia It is described as “the most important direct and indirect threat to the EU” and also emphasizes how the drastic change in US war policy in Ukraine has fueled EU security concerns.

At the same time, it is emphasized that the European Union must be able to “move much faster through procedures” in the event of war or other major security crisis and the resolution calls for a European pillar within NATO, capable of acting autonomously if necessary.

MEPs have called for stronger corporate relations with similar partners and called for reduced dependence on non -EU countries to ensure the security of the bloc.

Concerning support to Ukraine, the resolution urged EU countries, international partners and NATO members “to lift all restrictions on the use of Western weapon systems delivered to Ukraine against military targets on Russian territory“, He emphasizes.