NATO Agrees to 5% GDP Defence Spending Goal by 2035 After Pressure from Trump and Concerns of Russian Threat
NATO leaders have approved a new target of 5% of GDP for defence spending by 2035, responding to demands from US President Trump and increasing worries about Russia's military capabilities. The agreement includes allocations for core defence needs and broader security measures like cyberdefense. Despite some disagreements, all NATO members have signed on to the plan.
NATO leaders agreed to increase defence spending to 5% of GDP by 2035, driven by US President Trump and concerns over Russia's military threat. The new target includes 3.5% for core defence needs and 1.5% for broader security.
Trump supported the deal, emphasizing his commitment to NATO's mutual defence pledge. French President Macron warned against trade wars amid the spending push. NATO chief Rutte highlighted the urgency due to the Russian threat.
While all NATO countries agreed to the target, Spain expressed doubts about meeting the 5% goal. Ukrainian President Zelensky met with Trump separately. The Kremlin criticized NATO's decision, accusing the alliance of fueling militarization.
According to the source: Mint.
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