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Slovenian Referendum Challenges Controversial Defense Spending Plan

7/5/2025

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Slovenian lawmakers have taken a bold step by approving a referendum to challenge the government's plan to boost defense spending to 3% of GDP by 2030. This move could jeopardize Slovenia's commitment to European security initiatives, igniting a passionate debate about national priorities and the future of defense in the region.

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Slovenian lawmakers have taken a bold step by approving a referendum to challenge the government's plan to boost defense spending to 3% of GDP by 2030. This move could jeopardize Slovenia's commitment to European security initiatives, igniting a passionate debate about national priorities and the future of defense in the region.