NATO Allies Near US Defense Spending Target
NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte reported that European allies and Canada are progressing toward matching US defense spending levels. He also reaffirmed support for Ukraine.
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AFBytes briefing
Increased European defense spending affects the distribution of security burdens within the transatlantic alliance.
Key entities
- NATO
- Ukraine
What to watch next
- Watch the NATO summit in Ankara for formal commitments on spending targets and Ukraine aid.
- Watch the NATO summit communique for specific spending targets and Ukraine aid pledges.
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