European countries ramp up military spending amid Ukraine conflict.
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France has raised the age limit for military reservists to 70 for most soldiers, and even higher for certain specialists, as part of its increased defense budget aimed at responding to emerging threats such as terrorism, cyber warfare, and the war in Ukraine. The move comes as France seeks to remain in the club of nations able to defend themselves.
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