The war in Ukraine has prompted European countries to significantly increase their defense spending, with many surpassing NATO's 2% GDP recommendation. Germany has initiated a 100-billion-euro fund to enhance its military capabilities, while France has allocated 413 billion euros for defense from 2024 to 2030. Poland is leading in militarization, with a focus on border defenses against Belarus and Russia. Sweden has also raised its military budget, and the Baltic states are exceeding 2% GDP in defense spending. The UK plans to increase its defense budget to 2.5% of GDP by 2027. The EU is working on a five-point initiative to strengthen its defense industry and has proposed joint debt issuance for military investments. However, challenges remain in establishing a common European army and effectively utilizing resources. Recent developments indicate that Europe is preparing for potential conflict, raising questions about its military readiness. Teljes cikk (Magyarnemzet)