European Union leaders are set to meet in Paris on Monday to discuss a major overhaul of defense spending and support for Ukraine amid growing pressure from Russian President Vladimir Putin and US demands for Europe’s increased security responsibility.
In a significant push, European officials are working on a new package aimed at ramping up defense spending and bolstering Kyiv’s efforts in the war against Russia. The plans, however, will not be announced until after Germany’s election on February 23, to avoid any controversy before the vote. US President Donald Trump has been pushing for Europe to take charge of its security, a sentiment echoed by some EU leaders who see a strengthened defense as crucial to countering Putin’s assertive foreign policy.
Source: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-02-16/eu-seeks-a-military-revival-under-pressure-from-putin-and-trump