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flag NATO allies promise increased defense spending but fall short of U.S. demands amid Russia concerns.

flag European NATO allies and Canada pledge to increase defense spending but are hesitant to meet US demands for a 5% budget share. flag Since Russia invaded Ukraine three years ago, NATO allies have boosted defense spending, though nearly a third still miss the 2% GDP target. flag US President Trump calls for higher spending, while allies, concerned about his approach to Putin, aim for a 3-3.5% rate, similar to US spending.

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