Editor's note

The deadly terrorist attack in London last week reveals the challenges of European intelligence and security services in confronting individuals intent on causing mayhem in EU capitals.

Richard Maher argues that Europe needs more cooperation — and more money — to fight this dangerous “permanent threat” facing the continent.

Clea Chakraverty

Commissioning Editor

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Floral tributes lie in Parliament Square following the March 27 2017 attack in Westminster, central London, Britain. Stefan Wermuth /Reuters

To better fight terrorism, Europe needs more cooperation and money

Richard Maher, European University Institute

Last week’s terrorist attack in London reveals the challenges facing European intelligence and security services in preventing people who use everyday things like cars to cause mayhem.

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