MILITARY SPENDING

Bruno Kahl, the head of Germany’s Federal Intelligence Service (BND), wearing a gray suit and blue tie, speaks at a podium with a microphone, discussing the necessity of extending the Ukraine war until 2030 to counter potential Russian threats to Europe

A prolonged war or a strategic illusion?

11/03/202522/03/2025

The push for military expansion in Europe raises a critical question: is the goal to end the war in Ukraine or to justify skyrocketing defense budgets?

Ursula von der Leyen speaking at a podium with the European Union flag in the background, discussing Europe’s defense strategy

Europe’s defense billions: Power play or security strategy?

06/03/202528/03/2025

With Washington retreating and NATO’s stability uncertain, Europe rushes to boost defense spending. But is this a true security commitment or just political theater?

MILITARY SPENDING

A prolonged war or a strategic illusion?

Europe’s defense billions: Power play or security strategy?

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