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Daily WireMAR 7
EU Unveils $840B Defense Plan Amid US Aid Uncertainty
Above: President Ursula von der Leyen holds a "Defense package" press conference at the EU Commission headquarters in Brussels on March 4, 2025. Image copyright: Nicolas Tucat/Contributor/AFP via Getty Images
The Spin
Pro-Europe narrative
Europe must take immediate action to strengthen its defense capabilities and support Ukraine, as the continent faces unprecedented security challenges since it can no longer rely on the US for its defense. The arms build-up requires massive investment in military infrastructure and joint procurement.
Pro-Trump narrative
It's important for European nations to take more of a fair and sizable role in their security. But many European leaders are playing a dangerous game with almost cultish support of Zelenskyy without taking into account the Trump administration's assessment of the conflict. America's patience and resources are limited when it comes to European intransigence — it may be time for the US to pivot to other areas of the world.