Germany splits with former frugal allies in push to boost EU military spending
Northern European countries traditionally unenthusiastic about higher spending are wary of Germany’s new-found desire to splash the cash.
Mar 6 3 mins read
EU pushes emergency plan to send €150B in defense loans to governments
Hours after Trump suspends aid to Ukraine, von der Leyen unveils blueprint to help countries rearm and send weapons to Kyiv.
Mar 4 5 mins read
EU leaders fear Commission power grab on defense after Trump’s exit
Tensions around defense spending will take center stage during an emergency meeting of EU leaders on Thursday.
Mar 3 5 mins read
Big EU countries push expanded carbon border tax to help repay Covid debt
France, Italy and Poland support the move, but others fear it might prompt Donald Trump to retaliate in anger.
Feb 26 5 mins read