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NATO Leaders Target 5% Defense Spending Amid Tensions

6/23/2025

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NATO leaders are gearing up to embrace a bold new defense spending target of 5% of GDP, driven by President Trump's insistence. Spain, currently at 1.24%, has won an exemption to sustain a 2.1% level, fearing cuts to vital social programs. This summit seeks to strengthen unity among member nations amid rising defense commitment tensions.

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NATO leaders are gearing up to embrace a bold new defense spending target of 5% of GDP, driven by President Trump's insistence. Spain, currently at 1.24%, has won an exemption to sustain a 2.1% level, fearing cuts to vital social programs. This summit seeks to strengthen unity among member nations amid rising defense commitment tensions.