European military spending climbs 14% as Pope blasts rearmament
European military spending rose 14% to $864 billion in 2025, prompting Pope Leo to condemn rearmament as undermining diplomacy, education and health.
15 May 2026
European military spending rose 14% to $864 billion in 2025, prompting Pope Leo to condemn rearmament as undermining diplomacy, education and health.
Slovakia reclassified hospital projects as defense spending to meet NATO's 2% GDP target, sparking questions about compliance and fiscal impact.
