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Netherlands Becomes First NATO Ally to Fund US Weapons for Ukraine

Netherlands Becomes First NATO Ally to Fund US Weapons for Ukraine
Above: A Patriot system received by Ukraine is seen on August 4, 2024 in Ukraine. Image copyright: Vitalii Nosach/Global Images Ukraine/Getty Images

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Pro-establishment narrative

This groundbreaking initiative represents smart burden-sharing that strengthens both Ukraine's defense and American manufacturing. European allies finally step up to fund their own security while creating jobs in the U.S. defense sector. The mechanism ensures the rapid delivery of proven American weapons systems like Patriot missile systems that Ukraine desperately needs.

Establishment-critical narrative

The scheme essentially forces European taxpayers to subsidize American arms manufacturers while maintaining U.S. control over weapons deliveries to Ukraine. The arrangement benefits Washington's defense industry more than European security interests, creating dependency on American military systems. Europe should be decoupling from the U.S., not assenting to these arrangements.

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