France and the Czech Republic's spending plans for a €150 billion European defence programme are set for approval, but Hungary's dispute with Ukraine over a pipeline may complicate the process. The European Commission is assessing the plans, with Hungary and the Czech Republic still awaiting approval. Hungary's veto on a loan for Ukraine has raised tensions, and the Commission aims to separate the approval processes. The SAFE initiative aims to enhance European defence procurement, requiring that equipment be primarily European-made. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)