PoliticsCzech PM reaffirms NATO’s importance but rejects faster defense spending increases

Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babis says NATO membership is crucial but Prague cannot afford to accelerate defense spending. He has pledged to reach 2% of GDP in 2027, while resisting further increases despite US and NATO pressure and growing warnings about Russian hybrid threats.

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