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Video. EU defence clause: Yes it does exist, and now everyone talks about it

Updated: 16/02/2026 - 11:46 GMT+1

Did you know the EU has its own mutual defence clause? Your reporter did not. But suddenly, it is the hottest topic in Europe.

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