Germany has said it supports a higher defense spending target even though this could leave Europe's largest economy in fiscal hot water.

Germany is planning to lift core defense spending to 3.5% of gross domestic product over the next five years as part of a massive increase in government investment in the military.

NATO's chief emphasizes that all member nations must commit to a significant defense spending increase, aiming for 5% of GDP, to bolster collective security against potential threats. Despite Spain's claim of an exemption and reluctance from other members,