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UK defence spending plan leaves £4.7 billion funding gap for likely next prime minister

Britain's incoming government could face an immediate fiscal challenge after newly released budget documents revealed a £4.7 billion ($6.2 billion) shortfall in the country's defence spending plans, raising questions about how future commitments will be financed. The funding gap is expected......

EU estimates Montenegro accession cost at €3.2 billion, says impact on citizens would be minimal

The European Commission has estimated that Montenegro’s potential accession to the European Union would cost approximately €3.2 billion ($3.65 billion) for the bloc, according to a statement released on Tuesday in Brussels. Despite the headline figure, the Commission emphasized that the financial......

Germany demands €400 billion EU budget cut, warning current plan is “Unaffordable”

Germany is calling for a major reduction in the European Union’s long-term budget, demanding cuts of around €400 billion ($456 billion) to the European Commission’s proposed spending plan for 2028–2034, according to an internal government document seen on Tuesday. The proposal......

UK commits additional £15 billion to defence spending, reeves announces

The United Kingdom has committed an additional £15 billion in defence funding, Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves announced on Tuesday, as the government unveiled its long-anticipated investment plan for the sector. The funding pledge marks a significant expansion of Britain’s defence......

Morocco’s Military Spending Reaches $6.3 Billion in 2025, Report Shows

Morocco’s military expenditure rose significantly in 2025, reaching approximately $6.3 billion, according to a recent report published by the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI). The figure represents a 6.6% increase compared to the previous year, reflecting a steady upward......

Trump requests $87.6 billion from Congress to cover Iran conflict costs and military replenishment

Trump requests $87.6 billion from Congress to cover Iran conflict costs and military replenishment Former U.S. President Donald Trump has requested $87.6 billion in additional funding from Congress, with the bulk of the proposed budget aimed at covering the costs associated with military operations......

U.S. Pentagon seeks additional $80 billion in emergency funding

The United States Department of Defense is preparing to request an additional $80 billion in funding from Congress, according to reports, in order to cover rising military costs linked to ongoing operations and global deployments. The proposed supplemental budget would be used to support a range of......

Czech Republic to miss NATO defence spending target again in 2026

The Czech Republic will once again fall short of NATO’s minimum defence spending target in 2026, according to Prime Minister Andrej Babiš, who stated that the government is prioritizing fiscal stability over increased military expenditures. Speaking amid growing discussions about European......

Taiwan president vows to push for higher defence spending despite parliamentary cuts

Taiwan President Lai Ching-te has reaffirmed his commitment to strengthening the island’s defence capabilities, pledging to continue efforts to increase military spending despite recent budget cuts approved by parliament. Speaking during a visit to a military facility in New Taipei City, Lai stated......