Macron Warns Europe It Can't Depend Only on US Weapons

As Trump is sworn in, Macron warns Europe it can't depend only on US weapons
French President Emmanuel Macron warned on Monday that the billions of euros of taxpayer money spent on Europe's military budgets should not be used to buy only American weapons, pushing for more investment in home-grown defence industries.
Macron and Scholz call for a stronger Europe amid Trump's return
The leaders of France and Germany called for a united and resilient Europe during their meeting in Paris. Marking the Elysée Treaty anniversary, they pledged to strengthen European independence amid global challenges.
Macron Responds to Trump's Inauguration by Urging Europe to 'Wake Up'
Trump has promised to push for peace talks in Ukraine within six months but has criticized Europe's lack of defense spending.
Will Trump's return force Europe to "wake up" on collective defense?
French President Emmanuel Macron says Europe must "wake up" and spend more on its defense as Trump returns, but how realistic is the suggestion?
‘Wake up’ about defense, Macron tells Europe as Trump takes office
French President Emmanuel Macron called on Europe Monday to “wake up” and spend more on defense in order to reduce its reliance on the United States for its security, in a speech to the French military as Donald Trump returns to power.
Macron urges Europe to boost defence spending as Trump presidency begins
Donald Trump has criticised the cost of US military assistance to Ukraine and aims to transfer a greater share of responsibility to Europe. View on euronews
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