> Europe, as we know it, is a set of "large" nation-states that made enormous contributions to humankind. These contributions wouldn't have been possible if Europe was a number of small fragmented states with their own languages and customs.

Even if that were true - and I don't see any evidence from you - how does it back up your claim that there wouldn't be much left of Europe if Europeans had more control over their own local affairs?

> How do you equal shooting rubber bullets to "potential killing of civilians"?

Because I know what rubber bullets are, and what they can do. Whereas you appear to have no idea.