This Australian ally has a warning on defence spending

This Australian ally has a warning on defence spending


NATO chief calls Donald Trump 'Daddy' as extraordinary summit ends Photo shows Two men in suits sit behind a desk speaking and laughing with each other The meeting of world leaders at The Hague resulted in a spending increase for most European members of NATO, but it was the US president that once again set the tone. He said the message was sent for two reasons: that a ceasefire in the war in Ukraine might need to be protected, and that it might lead Russia to shift its attention elsewhere. Asked why the Netherlands is taking an interest in the region, and how he views the security situation in the Indo-Pacific, General Eichelsheim said he has real concerns.

Author: Tom Lowrey


Published at: 2025-07-20 20:15:47

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