European Union leaders have agreed to bolster their defence capabilities, focusing on addressing capacity gaps in member states. However, key funding issues remain unresolved. The recent summit overshadowed by a looming US tariff threat did not deter the discussions. To strengthen its military presence, the EU plans to increase spending.
Source: https://www.reuters.com/world/europe/russia-trump-push-europe-be-more-independent-macron-says-2025-02-03