Europe's top defense powers to call Russia biggest threat
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Europe's five biggest defense spenders are set to warn that Russia represents the most acute and long-term threat to the continent's security and to pledge unflagging support for Ukraine, Bloomberg reported. The joint stance comes as Europe debates how to sustain military aid to Kyiv and bolster its own defenses.
Why it matters:A coordinated threat assessment by Europe's biggest military spenders signals a long-term shift toward higher defense budgets and support for Ukraine.
Key points
- The five biggest defense spenders will call Russia the most acute threat.
- They will pledge unflagging support for Ukraine.
Sources (original reporting)
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