NATO Leaders Set Ambitious 5% Defense Spending Target
Thursday, 26 June 2025 () NATO leaders agreed to a sharp increase in defense spending at their June 25 summit in The Hague, delivering a big win for US President Donald Trump while reaffirming their “ironclad commitment” to come to each other’s aid if attacked. Here are the main takeaways from the meeting. Trump Flattery As head of the military alliance, NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte really had just one task at his first summit, which was held in his hometown, The Hague: to make sure that Trump was on board and didn’t cause any ruckus similar…
NATO agrees to 5% higher defence spending target ahead key summit at The Hague
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Thursday, 26 June 2025 ()
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