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Video. EU leaders avoid controversy as they discuss defence spending options

Updated: 04/02/2025 - 9:17 GMT+1

The Commission estimates that the EU needs to invest €500 billion in the sector over the coming decade so that it can continue to support Ukraine but also ensure it is in a position to defend itself following decades of under-investments.

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