Trump Criticizes Spain on NATO Spending Goals

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Trump Criticizes Spain on NATO Spending Goals
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President Trump praised NATO's increased defense spending target as a major achievement for the U.S., while criticizing Spain for negotiating an exemption from the new goal and threatening to make Spain 'pay twice as much' amid trade talks. NATO allies agreed to aim for 5% of GDP on defense by 2035, with Spain maintaining a 2.1% commitment. Trump expressed both criticism and a softer view of NATO members' efforts during the summit.

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