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Trump Urges NATO to Expel Spain Over Defense Spending

10/10/2025

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United States President Donald Trump proposed that North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) expel Spain over defense spending.
During a meeting with Finland's President Alexander Stubb, he called Spain a laggard in military investment.
NATO backed a 5% of GDP defense target; Spain pledged 2.1% this year.
Spain spent under 1.2% of GDP in 2023, the lowest among NATO members.

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United States President Donald Trump proposed that North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) expel Spain over defense spending.
During a meeting with Finland's President Alexander Stubb, he called Spain a laggard in military investment.
NATO backed a 5% of GDP defense target; Spain pledged 2.1% this year.
Spain spent under 1.2% of GDP in 2023, the lowest among NATO members.