In May, Chancellor Friedrich Merz announced plans for the Bundeswehr to become Europe's strongest conventional armed force, addressing personnel shortages and modernizing equipment with a focus on European manufacturers. The German government is set to invest 83 billion euros in defense procurement, significantly reducing reliance on US arms. Despite a drastic increase in arms imports from the US, experts emphasize the need for Europe to strengthen its own defense capabilities and reduce dependency. The article discusses the implications of US defense policies and the importance of European sovereignty in security matters. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)