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flag US urges NATO members to raise defense spending to 5% of GDP by 2032 amid security concerns.

flag The US is pushing for NATO countries to increase their defense spending to 5% of their GDP over the next seven years, focusing on security challenges like Russia, terrorism, and China. flag NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte stresses the need for more investment and equipment. flag Currently, only 22 out of 32 member countries meet the 2% GDP spending target. flag The proposed plan aims for 3.5% of GDP on defense budgets by 2032, plus an additional 1.5% on defense-related infrastructure. flag The debate will continue ahead of a summit in the Netherlands on June 24-25.

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