Spain was the only NATO ally not to commit to a large increase in military expenditures. Its embrace of a social safety net is a key reason.
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Spain Is Reluctant to Spend More on Security Despite NATO Pressure
Spain was the only NATO ally not to commit to a large increase in military expenditures. It’s far from Russia, and its embrace of a social safety net is another key reason.
China and E.U. Reach Narrow Agreements on Climate and Rare Earths
Leaders at a summit in Beijing split over Ukraine and many trade issues. They came together with small steps on climate change and critical minerals.
Iran Says It Could Exit Nuclear Treaty if Europe Reimposes Sanctions
The warning from Iran’s deputy foreign minister came days before he is set to travel to Istanbul for nuclear talks with European counterparts.
Ukraine Ups Its Arms Production, Asking Allies to Pay for It
There is a growing drive to make the country more self-reliant in weapons manufacturing as it faces Russia’s superior firepower. That requires a lot of money from Western backers.
China’s Hardball Tactics Set Tone for Difficult Summit with Europe
Beijing is betting that economic pressure and diplomatic defiance will force concessions, but its stance could put more strain on its ties with Europe at a crucial time.
Faint Signs of Life Appear in Effort to Halt Ukraine War
Ukraine’s president proposed reviving talks brokered by the Trump administration, which seemed stalled a month ago.
UK, France and Germany Plan for a Post-U.S. Future
The leaders of France, Germany and Britain are building parallel diplomatic institutions to defend Europe as President Trump retreats from the continent.
The UK Plans to Lower the Voting Age to 16. Here’s What to Know.
The plan has been described as the largest expansion of voting rights in Britain in decades.
Tomorrowland Music Festival Is Still On After Blaze Wrecks Main Stage
Organizers of the major electronic festival in Belgium said it would continue as planned despite the destruction of its focal point.