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Spain Rejects NATO's 5% Defense Spending Target

5/26/2025

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Spain stands alone among NATO allies, refusing to back a proposed 5% GDP defense spending target by 2032, despite pressure from President Trump. Greek Prime Minister Mitsotakis labeled the target as "very challenging," advocating for a more attainable 3.5%. With Russia's aggressive moves, NATO members are already grappling to meet the current 2% goal.

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Spain stands alone among NATO allies, refusing to back a proposed 5% GDP defense spending target by 2032, despite pressure from President Trump. Greek Prime Minister Mitsotakis labeled the target as "very challenging," advocating for a more attainable 3.5%. With Russia's aggressive moves, NATO members are already grappling to meet the current 2% goal.