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Global military spending surges and reaches record high

Global Military Spending Hit a Record in 2025 Even as U.S. Outlays Fell

Global military expenditure hit nearly $2.9 trillion in 2025, according to SIPRI data.
Europe and Asia drove major gains even as U.S. spending fell on aid-accounting dynamics.
Researchers also warned that transparency around defense spending remains a concern.

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DT Editorial Team·Apr 29, 2026·via defensenews.com

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Italy forgoes $14 billion deficit spending on defense amid wobbling economy

Italy Declines New EU Defense Spending Escape Hatch as Energy Costs Take Priority

Italy will not use the EU’s National Escape Clause for extra defense spending.
The government says energy costs, inflation, and fiscal credibility are higher priorities.
The decision complicates Rome’s path toward higher NATO spending targets.

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DT Editorial Team·Apr 25, 2026·via defensenews.com

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Australia pledges to boost defense spend to 3% of GDP, says US remains key partner - Breaking Defense

Australian Defense Spending Plan Signals a Larger, Longer Strategic Shift

Australia plans to raise defense spending to 3% of GDP in the coming years
The strategy documents point to 96.6 billion AUD by 2033 and 113 billion AUD by 2036
Canberra paired the spending increase with stronger emphasis on US partnership and domestic weapons production

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DT Editorial Team·Apr 17, 2026·via breakingdefense.com

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Estonia to halt $587M Infantry Fighting Vehicle buy in favor of drones, air defense - Breaking Defense

Estonia Reorders Defense Spending Away From New IFVs and Toward Drones and Air Defense

Estonia will suspend a major IFV program and extend its CV90 fleet's service life.
The country cites Ukraine war lessons and rising armored vehicle costs.
New priority areas include drones, counter-drone capabilities, and air defense.

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DT Editorial Team·Apr 13, 2026·via breakingdefense.com

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France to increase defense spending by $42 billion, mulls new tank effort - Breaking Defense

France Unveils €36 Billion Defense Boost and Weighs Interim Tank Program

France proposed a €36 billion defense budget increase over four years.
Paris is considering an interim tank before MGCS is ready.
The plan also prioritizes military space capabilities and reserve growth.

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DT Editorial Team·Apr 8, 2026·via breakingdefense.com

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DT Editorial Team·Mar 29, 2026·via breakingdefense.com

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DT Editorial Team·Mar 29, 2026·via breakingdefense.com

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DT Editorial Team·Mar 29, 2026·via breakingdefense.com

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NATO sees $145B in munitions needs, as members all hit 2 percent GDP for first time - Breaking Defense

NATO’s $145 Billion Munitions Gap Signals a New Phase in Alliance Rearmament

NATO has identified up to $145 billion in shared demand for munitions and air defense capability.
All member states met or exceeded the 2 percent GDP defense spending benchmark for the first time in 2025.
The alliance is shifting attention from headline spending toward procurement, R&D, and the industrial capacity needed to fill shortages.

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White House to deliver FY27 budget request on April 3: OMB - Breaking Defense

White House sets April 3 delivery date for FY27 budget request as defense funding questions mount

The White House says it will send the FY27 budget request to Congress on April 3.
A proposed $1.5 trillion defense figure remains unclear in structure, with questions about base funding, supplementals, and reconciliation.
Officials have discussed a possible $200 billion supplemental tied to Iran operations and munition replenishment.

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Norway floats additional $11.8B in defense spending through 2035, cancels drone program - Breaking Defense

Norway Proposes $11.8 Billion Defense Increase as It Reworks Priorities for a Harder Security Era

Norway proposes an extra 115 billion krone for defense through 2035.
The plan emphasizes munitions, submarines, and anti-submarine warfare frigates.
Oslo says the war in Ukraine and rising equipment costs forced a reassessment.

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