Trump’s threats gave Europe the political will to spend more on defense. But challenges are ahead

The Global Arms Race Intensifies: Imperialism, Militarism, and Capitalism - Revolutionary Communists of America

As the world becomes a more dangerous place, it seems we are once again being asked by our governments to love the bomb. Trump’s policy of increasing isolationism, with threats to withdraw US support for Ukraine and NATO, has created a state of panic among the European powers. [Originally published at Communist.red] They are running around like headless chickens. If America pulls back, they fret, who is going to defend Europe? Can French and Bri…

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Each challenge, such as American tariffs or U.S. skimping on security, has tested the mettle of the continent in mending its tensions and living up to its values.

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Faced with American uncertainty surrounding the war in Ukraine and the future of NATO, Europe is looking to wean itself off US defence. France has promised to ramp up spending, putting its industry into overdrive, but what are the financial and recruitment issues? From the factory floor to AI engineers, our reporters went to meet the companies that are trying to rise to the challenge.

Trump's Threats Gave Europe the Political Will to Spend More on Defense. But Challenges Are Ahead

Europe’s plan for spending more on defense is finding previously unimaginable political backing.

Trump's threats gave Europe the political will to spend more on defense. But challenges are ahead

Europe’s plan for spending more on defense is finding previously unimaginable political backing. U.S.

NATO chief calls for more defense spending from Europe and Canada

President Trump has long been a critic of NATO and believes Europe does not contribute enough to its own defense. NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte agrees, and says 'that is going to happen.'(Image credit: AP Photo)