Leonardo chief says Trump has given Europe ‘unprecedented’ urgency on defence
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Ex-US defence chiefs urge congressional hearings on Trump’s military firings
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Can Europe’s defence groups step up if Trump pulls back?
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Trump’s bullshit blitz has Europe on its knees | Stewart Lee
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How much has the US given to Ukraine?
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Making Europe’s defence spending great again
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Trump fires top-ranking military officer in an unprecedented move
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