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NATO Overtakes Russia in Ammunition Production, Boosts Defense

11/6/2025

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On November 6, 2025, NATO has surpassed Russia in ammunition production, marking a significant shift in Europe's defense capabilities.
At the NATO-Industry Forum in Bucharest, NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte highlighted new production lines across member states.
He urged increased output and closer defense-industry cooperation for a prolonged confrontation with Russia, described as a destabilizing force, and reaffirmed the goal to invest 5% of GDP in defense by 2035.

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On November 6, 2025, NATO has surpassed Russia in ammunition production, marking a significant shift in Europe's defense capabilities.
At the NATO-Industry Forum in Bucharest, NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte highlighted new production lines across member states.
He urged increased output and closer defense-industry cooperation for a prolonged confrontation with Russia, described as a destabilizing force, and reaffirmed the goal to invest 5% of GDP in defense by 2035.