European Commission Urged to Develop ’72-Hour Survival Kit’ for Citizens in Crisis
The European Commission has called on member states to develop a “72-hour survival kit” that could be used by citizens in the event of a larger crisis. Brussels cited various scenarios, including natural disasters, industrial accidents, cyber attacks and even military attacks. In essence, the kit is meant to prepare for a sudden Russian attack, a perspective that many European leaders and major media outlets have portrayed as a very real threat.
The information was published on March 26 and one could assume that a diligent European official had prematurely leaked an April fool’s joke from the Commission, showcasing its sense of humor and ability to poke fun at itself.
However, the Commission’s communication services in Brussels did not provide the expected lighthearted tone. Instead, the kit’s contents were not elaborated upon, leaving the public wondering about the purpose of the initiative.
The original article was written in German and the translation may not fully capture the nuances of the original text.