The EU Intelligence and Situation Centre (EU INTCEN) is a key component of the European Union's security and defense framework. Established in 2011, it focuses on providing intelligence analysis and situational awareness to support the EU's external action and crisis management efforts. INTCEN gathers and analyzes information from various sources, including member states and international partners, to assess threats and challenges facing the EU. Its work helps inform decision-making processes within the European External Action Service and contributes to the overall security strategy of the EU.