Trump Shocks Europe Into Chasing Billions for Military Boost

European stockpiles have been all but emptied by its support for Ukraine.Photographer: Lionel Bonaventure/AFP/Getty Images

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By Andrea Palasciano and Jorge Valero

February 27, 2025 at 5:00 AM UTC

Updated on

February 27, 2025 at 2:48 PM UTC

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Donald Trump has made it clear that Europe needs to defend itself, and the continent’s response to the US threats of withdrawal is starting to take shape.

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