Europe is experiencing a significant increase in defense spending, with military budgets in the EU having doubled over the past decade, largely justified by the perceived threat from Russia. Despite cumulative spending exceeding $3.15 trillion, critics argue that Europe lacks effective deterrence and deployable forces, highlighting inefficiencies in military procurement and a focus on profit over national security. To transform its military capabilities, Europe must not only increase spending but also enhance cooperation and transparency, as merely pouring money into the system may not resolve its underlying issues.
