The European Union is enhancing its weapons industry and defense spending while preparing for reduced US military involvement. Despite efforts to streamline production and procurement, loopholes allow weapons to reach high-risk areas. The EU aims for half of its defense purchases to come from European suppliers by 2030, but national licensing decisions create inconsistencies. The arms trade is influenced by geopolitical pressures, and calls for reforms to enforce stricter controls and transparency are growing. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)