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Portugal's Economic Model Faces Tariffs, Defense Spending Increase
Portugal, under Finance Minister Joaquim Miranda Sarmento, is maintaining low unemployment (6.4%), controlled inflation (2.6%), and a fiscal surplus (0.7% of GDP) through tax cuts and controlled spending, while facing potential negative impacts from US tariffs and needing to increase defense spendin...
Portugal's Economic Model Faces Tariffs, Defense Spending Increase
Portugal, under Finance Minister Joaquim Miranda Sarmento, is maintaining low unemployment (6.4%), controlled inflation (2.6%), and a fiscal surplus (0.7% of GDP) through tax cuts and controlled spending, while facing potential negative impacts from US tariffs and needing to increase defense spendin...
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52% Bias Score
Large Anti-EU Military Spending Protest in Rome
Tens of thousands protested in Rome on Saturday against the EU's €800 billion military spending plan, led by the Five Star Movement and joined by other opposition parties, criticizing the Meloni government's decision and expressing concerns about the implications for Italy and European integration.
Large Anti-EU Military Spending Protest in Rome
Tens of thousands protested in Rome on Saturday against the EU's €800 billion military spending plan, led by the Five Star Movement and joined by other opposition parties, criticizing the Meloni government's decision and expressing concerns about the implications for Italy and European integration.
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64% Bias Score
NATO Allies Face Major Shift in Military Responsibility Amid US Demands
NATO allies are preparing for a major shift in military responsibility, with the US demanding increased European defense spending (to 5% of GDP) and potentially reducing its troop presence in Europe by 20,000-50,000, to maintain US commitment to the alliance.
NATO Allies Face Major Shift in Military Responsibility Amid US Demands
NATO allies are preparing for a major shift in military responsibility, with the US demanding increased European defense spending (to 5% of GDP) and potentially reducing its troop presence in Europe by 20,000-50,000, to maintain US commitment to the alliance.
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44% Bias Score
Wicker Criticizes Rumored Pentagon Plan to Reduce US Troops in Europe
Senator Roger Wicker criticized a rumored Pentagon plan to reduce US troops in Europe, prompting concerns from General Christopher Cavoli about implications for NATO command and nuclear weapons control. Currently, roughly 100,000 US troops are stationed in Europe, a number increased by 20,000 under ...
Wicker Criticizes Rumored Pentagon Plan to Reduce US Troops in Europe
Senator Roger Wicker criticized a rumored Pentagon plan to reduce US troops in Europe, prompting concerns from General Christopher Cavoli about implications for NATO command and nuclear weapons control. Currently, roughly 100,000 US troops are stationed in Europe, a number increased by 20,000 under ...
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52% Bias Score
Trump Administration's Actions Strain NATO Alliance
Trump administration officials' recent statements and actions, including Hegseth's comments on European defense and Ukraine, Rubio's upcoming visit amid trade tensions, and the lack of European involvement in US-Russia talks, have created high tensions within NATO, raising concerns about the allianc...
Trump Administration's Actions Strain NATO Alliance
Trump administration officials' recent statements and actions, including Hegseth's comments on European defense and Ukraine, Rubio's upcoming visit amid trade tensions, and the lack of European involvement in US-Russia talks, have created high tensions within NATO, raising concerns about the allianc...
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56% Bias Score
US Reaffirms NATO Commitment, Urges 5% Defense Spending
Amidst US-European tensions, Secretary of State Marco Rubio reaffirmed America's commitment to NATO in Brussels on Thursday, urging all member states to increase defense spending to 5% of GDP, a goal the US also aims to reach, countering concerns of a potential US withdrawal from the alliance.
US Reaffirms NATO Commitment, Urges 5% Defense Spending
Amidst US-European tensions, Secretary of State Marco Rubio reaffirmed America's commitment to NATO in Brussels on Thursday, urging all member states to increase defense spending to 5% of GDP, a goal the US also aims to reach, countering concerns of a potential US withdrawal from the alliance.
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48% Bias Score
German Aid Cuts Deepen Colombia's Funding Crisis
Reduced German development aid to Colombia, down 37% in 2025 to $4.6 million, follows the earlier suspension of US aid, forcing German foundations like KAS and Fescol to cut projects amid Germany's economic recession and political instability.
German Aid Cuts Deepen Colombia's Funding Crisis
Reduced German development aid to Colombia, down 37% in 2025 to $4.6 million, follows the earlier suspension of US aid, forcing German foundations like KAS and Fescol to cut projects amid Germany's economic recession and political instability.
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36% Bias Score
Rubio Reassures NATO Allies Amidst Trump's Uncertain Stance and New Tariffs
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio's visit to NATO headquarters in Brussels aimed to reassure allies of continued US support while urging increased defense spending; however, recently imposed US tariffs have strained transatlantic relations.
Rubio Reassures NATO Allies Amidst Trump's Uncertain Stance and New Tariffs
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio's visit to NATO headquarters in Brussels aimed to reassure allies of continued US support while urging increased defense spending; however, recently imposed US tariffs have strained transatlantic relations.
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44% Bias Score
Germany's Military Shortfall: Societal Aversion Hinders Deterrence
Germany faces a significant military personnel shortage (460,000) due to societal antimilitarism, hindering its deterrence capabilities; increased Bundeswehr-school interaction is proposed to foster trust and recruitment.
Germany's Military Shortfall: Societal Aversion Hinders Deterrence
Germany faces a significant military personnel shortage (460,000) due to societal antimilitarism, hindering its deterrence capabilities; increased Bundeswehr-school interaction is proposed to foster trust and recruitment.
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60% Bias Score
European Defense Spending Fuels Stock Market Growth Amidst Global Trade Uncertainty
Increased European defense spending and fiscal stimulus are boosting European stock markets, particularly the industrial and defense sectors, while US markets are down due to high tech valuations; however, global trade uncertainties and inflation pose risks.
European Defense Spending Fuels Stock Market Growth Amidst Global Trade Uncertainty
Increased European defense spending and fiscal stimulus are boosting European stock markets, particularly the industrial and defense sectors, while US markets are down due to high tech valuations; however, global trade uncertainties and inflation pose risks.
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40% Bias Score
Rubio Demands 5% NATO Defense Spending Increase from European Nations
During his first visit to NATO headquarters, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio demanded that European nations increase defense spending to 5% of their GDP, even if it requires cuts to social programs; he also dismissed concerns about decreased US involvement as unfounded hysteria.
Rubio Demands 5% NATO Defense Spending Increase from European Nations
During his first visit to NATO headquarters, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio demanded that European nations increase defense spending to 5% of their GDP, even if it requires cuts to social programs; he also dismissed concerns about decreased US involvement as unfounded hysteria.
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52% Bias Score
Rubio Urges NATO Allies to Boost Defense Spending
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio urged NATO allies in Brussels to increase defense spending to 5% of GDP, emphasizing the need for a stronger alliance in response to the war in Ukraine and potential threats from Russia and China, while acknowledging the challenges some European nations face in meet...
Rubio Urges NATO Allies to Boost Defense Spending
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio urged NATO allies in Brussels to increase defense spending to 5% of GDP, emphasizing the need for a stronger alliance in response to the war in Ukraine and potential threats from Russia and China, while acknowledging the challenges some European nations face in meet...
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36% Bias Score
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