Donald Trump is at it again, this time throwing down the gauntlet at Spain! At the NATO summit in The Hague, the US president threatened that Spain must boost its defense spending from the current 2% of GDP to a whopping 5%, or forget about American protection. Spain, boasting its “great” economy, now finds itself in Trump’s crosshairs, while Madrid insists that 2.1% is enough to protect its social state and meet obligations. NATO allies agreed to aim for 5% GDP defense spending over the next 10 years, meaning hundreds of billions in extra costs. Trump even hinted he might refuse to protect members who don’t spend enough! Is this the beginning of NATO’s downfall or just another Trump spectacle? Sound off – is 5% GDP on defense a realistic demand or pure madness? Are alliances about to crumble over cash? Let the debate begin!
