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Trump's Tariffs Overshadow NATO Meeting Amid Concerns of Reduced U.S. Presence in Europe

Secretary of State Marco Rubio's visit to a NATO meeting in Brussels was overshadowed by President Trump's announcement of a 20% tariff on EU goods, despite Rubio's assurances of U.S. commitment to NATO and the need for increased European defense spending to 5% of GDP. The issue was further complica...

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Italian Protest Unites Diverse Groups Against Military Spending

A large demonstration in Rome, organized by the M5S, unites diverse political groups against Italy's military spending plans, with key figures expressing concerns about the misuse of cohesion funds and the impact of military spending on social welfare. The protest highlights the deepening political ...

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US Yemen Operation Costs Near $1 Billion, Yields Limited Results

The US military's three-week-long operation against Yemen's Iran-backed Houthi rebels has cost nearly $1 billion, employing JASSM, JSOW, and Tomahawk missiles, B-2 bombers, and an aircraft carrier, despite limited impact on Houthi capabilities and bipartisan criticism.

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Secret Plan for Supranational Bank to Fund European Rearmament

European and British officials secretly met to discuss a supranational bank for joint arms purchases, bypassing the EU Commission, to allow faster European rearmament and overcome national budget limitations; the plan contrasts with the EU's €150 billion defense loan package.

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US Reaffirms NATO Commitment, Calls for Increased Military Spending

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced the US will remain in NATO and called for member countries to increase military spending to 5 percent of their GDP, easing concerns about a potential US withdrawal but leaving the US stance on the Ukraine conflict unclear.

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Greece Unveils \$25 Billion Military Modernization Plan

Greece announced a \$25 billion military modernization plan, its largest in modern history, driven by growing security concerns and disputes with Turkey, including the acquisition of 20 F-35 fighter jets and other advanced weaponry.

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Costly Yemen Operation Yields Limited Results, Raising US Military Readiness Concerns

A $1 billion US military operation against Yemen's Iran-backed Houthi rebels, launched March 15th, has had limited impact despite using extensive munitions and raising concerns over resource depletion and potential lack of Congressional funding.

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Yemen Operation Costs Near $1 Billion, Raises Readiness Concerns

The US military's Yemen operation, launched March 15th, is nearing a $1 billion cost in three weeks, employing substantial munitions and assets despite limited impact on Houthi capabilities, raising concerns about funding and regional readiness.

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NATO Rejects Spain's Proposal to Redefine Defense Spending

NATO rejected Spain's proposal to redefine defense spending to include counterterrorism, border control, and climate change, blocking Prime Minister Sánchez's plan to increase reported military spending without additional funds; NATO Secretary General Rutte emphasized the alliance's clear definition...

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US Urges Increased NATO Defense Spending Amidst Evolving Global Threats

In Brussels, US Secretary Rubio urged NATO allies to increase defense spending to 5% of GDP, citing the war in Europe and evolving global threats; some European nations struggle to meet this target, while NATO Secretary General Rutte assures no immediate US troop withdrawal is planned.

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Greece Announces €25 Billion Defense Modernization Plan

Greece announced a €25 billion, 12-year defense modernization plan, including advanced technologies and domestic industry involvement, driven by geopolitical shifts, NATO pressure, and a desire to counter Turkey's military advancements, partially enabled by the EU invoking its national escape clause...

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Spain Accelerates Military Spending, but EU Defense Unity Remains Elusive

Spain will increase military spending to meet NATO's 2% target ahead of 2029, focusing on domestic industry and reducing reliance on US technology; however, disagreements persist among European nations regarding the urgency and approach to bolstering defense capabilities and the perception of the Ru...

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