Europe Urged to Strengthen Defense and Unity Post-Trump Victory
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Following Donald Trump's election victory, France and Germany are emphasizing the need for Europe to enhance its defense capabilities. The new European defense commissioner, Andrius Kubilius, highlighted the Russian threat and the U.S.'s focus on China, urging the EU to increase its defense spending. This development has prompted French and German defense ministers to discuss the implications of Trump's win on European security.
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