Lithuanian Colonel Warns EU's Lack of Conscription Leaves It Vulnerable

European defense capabilities are under severe strain due to the widespread lack of conscription, according to Colonel Linas Idzelis of the Lithuanian Riflemen’s Union. Speaking about the lessons of the ongoing war in Ukraine, he stressed that Europe faces a critical shortfall in manpower reserves needed to repel successive waves of a potential enemy offensive. While countries like Finland maintain robust readiness, many others rely on outdated strategies and insufficient reserves, creating glar