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"Escalating Nordic Tensions: Putin Deploys Troops to Finnish Border Amid Russia's Anger Over NATO Accessions"

Tensions are escalating in the Nordic region as Finland's Prime Minister urges the EU to increase defense spending and coordination in response to Russia's perceived long-term conflict with the West. Denmark also plans to boost defense spending and military capacity, including aid to Ukraine, amid Russia's condemnation of NATO expansion. President Putin warned of deploying troops and systems of destruction to the border after Finland joins NATO, and also stated Russia's technical readiness for nuclear war if the US sends troops to Ukraine.

via Al Jazeera English|

#defense-spending #european-union #finland

international-relations-defense-spending1 year ago•2 min saved

"Germany's Defense Minister Calls for Increased NATO Spending Beyond 2%"

Germany's defense minister, Boris Pistorius, stated that the 2% GDP spending target for defense set by NATO is just a starting point and more may be needed in the future due to increasing geopolitical tensions. He emphasized the need for attention to global events and the development of the defense industry. Pistorius did not confirm a specific percentage but suggested that it could potentially reach 3% or 3.5% depending on global circumstances.

via CNBC|

#defense-minister #geopolitical-tensions #germany

international-relations-defense-spending1 year ago•2 min saved

"NATO Allies Address Defense Spending Criticism Amid Trump Administration Spin"

NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg acknowledges the criticism of some members underfinancing the coalition's defense budget, with a record 18 allies expected to meet their military spending goal this year. This follows controversial remarks from former U.S. president Donald Trump, who questioned protecting NATO nations not meeting their membership payments. Stoltenberg emphasizes the importance of fair burden sharing and notes the progress made by allies in increasing defense spending, while highlighting that some still have room for improvement. The coalition's spending has surged since Russia's invasion of Ukraine, with recent aid packages for Kyiv and ongoing discussions in the U.S. Senate for further funding.

via CNBC|

#defense-budgets #donald-trump #european-allies

international-relations-defense-spending1 year ago•1 min saved

"NATO Chief Acknowledges Valid Point of Spending Criticism as Record 18 Members Meet Defense Spending Target"

NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg emphasized the importance of allies and defense spending after former President Donald Trump's comments suggesting the US might not protect countries that do not spend enough on defense. Stoltenberg stated that 18 NATO allies are expected to meet the 2% GDP defense spending target this year, with overall military spending reaching a record high. He highlighted the significance of NATO for US security and noted the increase in European allies' military spending as a response to the criticism. Germany is set to meet the 2% target for the first time this year, with eleven allies expected to meet the target by 2023.

via NBC News|

#defense-spending #europe #international-relations-defense-spending