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Trump Threatens Spain Over NATO Defense Spending Dispute

10/15/2025

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President Donald Trump threatened trade penalties against Spain for failing to raise defense spending to 5% of GDP, labeling it disrespectful to NATO.
Spain is the only NATO member not meeting the new spending goal, and Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez says 2.1% is sufficient.
Sanchez's office emphasized Spain's commitment to NATO and its contributions, countering Trump's claims.
The remarks come amid tensions over defense spending within the alliance.

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President Donald Trump threatened trade penalties against Spain for failing to raise defense spending to 5% of GDP, labeling it disrespectful to NATO.
Spain is the only NATO member not meeting the new spending goal, and Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez says 2.1% is sufficient.
Sanchez's office emphasized Spain's commitment to NATO and its contributions, countering Trump's claims.
The remarks come amid tensions over defense spending within the alliance.