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U.S. Pressures NATO Allies for Increased Defense Spending

6/4/2025

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The U.S. is urging NATO allies, including the UK, to allocate 5% of their GDP for defense spending. UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer's target of 3% by 2034 may not meet U.S. expectations, raising concerns in Washington as the UK seeks to bolster its military amid escalating threats from Russia.

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The U.S. is urging NATO allies, including the UK, to allocate 5% of their GDP for defense spending. UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer's target of 3% by 2034 may not meet U.S. expectations, raising concerns in Washington as the UK seeks to bolster its military amid escalating threats from Russia.