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European NATO members lifted defence outlays by 14% in 2025 to around €739bn, the steepest rise since the 1950s.

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Who
NATO members, Poland, Oxford Economics, Tomas Dvorak, Nicola Nobile
What
European NATO members lifted defence outlays by 14% in 2025 to around €739bn, the steepest rise since the 1950s.
When
Wed, 17 Jun 2026 04:51:32 GMT · 1h 56m ago
Where
Europe ·
Why
Defence spending across European NATO is at its highest since the Cold War, with countries closest to Russia spending the most.
The Frontline Impact

How this affects you

This significant increase in European defense spending, particularly by front-line states, indicates a shifting geopolitical landscape and a renewed focus on security. However, challenges remain in converting spending into military capability and ensuring a larger share benefits European industry.

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    European NATO members lifted defence outlays by 14% in 2025 to around €739bn, the steepest rise since the 1950s.
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    Poland spent 4.48% of its GDP on defense in 2025, exceeding the United States' 3.22% and leading all NATO countries.
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