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Spain Rejects NATO's 5% Defense Spending Demand

6/19/2025

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Spain has firmly turned down NATO's call to boost defense spending to 5% of GDP, labeling it "unreasonable." Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez stressed the importance of adaptable spending goals. With current spending below 2%, Spain aims to increase its defense budget by €10.5 billion by 2025, responding to escalating security threats across Europe.

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Spain has firmly turned down NATO's call to boost defense spending to 5% of GDP, labeling it "unreasonable." Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez stressed the importance of adaptable spending goals. With current spending below 2%, Spain aims to increase its defense budget by €10.5 billion by 2025, responding to escalating security threats across Europe.