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EU Boosts Defense Aid for Moldova and North Macedonia

4/29/2025

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In a pivotal move for regional security, the European Council has greenlit vital defense aid for Moldova and North Macedonia. Moldova will receive €20 million for air defense, pushing its total support to €197 million since 2021. Meanwhile, North Macedonia's €15 million boost enhances military strength, raising its total to €38 million, fortifying stability in a turbulent landscape.

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In a pivotal move for regional security, the European Council has greenlit vital defense aid for Moldova and North Macedonia. Moldova will receive €20 million for air defense, pushing its total support to €197 million since 2021. Meanwhile, North Macedonia's €15 million boost enhances military strength, raising its total to €38 million, fortifying stability in a turbulent landscape.