The Trump administration is urging NATO European members and Canada to increase defense spending to 5% of GDP, according to US envoy Matthew Whitaker. Ahead of a NATO foreign ministers meeting in Turkey, Whitaker emphasized the necessity of this spending for security amid significant threats, particularly from Russia. NATO leaders have previously agreed to a 2% spending goal, with a new target to be set at an upcoming summit. Concerns arise over the feasibility of reaching even 3.5% by 2032, with some nations lagging behind on current commitments. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)