As the U.S. reduces its support for Ukraine, European leaders are uniting to enhance military defenses against Russia while grappling with the rise of far-right movements at home. Britain’s Prime Minister Starmer and France’s President Macron seek independence from U.S. influence, with Germany increasing defense spending despite operating under strict budget rules. However, there is public resistance to this strategy, as many feel urgent welfare needs are being sidelined, leading to potential political backlash from voters who prioritize social support over military expenditure.
As Europe faces the dual threat of Russia and rising far-right parties, leaders may risk further empowering domestic autocracy while seeking to bolster defense against external aggression.
Britain's economic focus on military spending over welfare reflects public sentiment, where voters prioritize social support over defense, complicating the political landscape for leaders.
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