Global military spending rises 2.9% despite US decline over Ukraine freeze - Reuters
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Despite a 7.5% decline in U.S. military spending due to halted aid to Ukraine, global military expenditure increased by 2.9% in 2025, reaching $2.89 trillion.
SIPRI reports a 2.9% increase in global military spending in 2025, driven by significant rises in Europe and Asia, despite a decline in U.S. spending.
Global military spending increased by 2.9% in 2025, reaching $2.89 trillion, despite a 7.5% decline in U.S. expenditure due to halted military aid to Ukraine.
Global military spending reached nearly $2.9 trillion in 2025, marking an 11th consecutive year of growth, despite a reduction by the U.S.
Global military spending reached nearly $2.9 trillion in 2025, marking an 11th consecutive year of growth, as insecurity and rearmament fueled defense budgets.
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