<p>NATO allies are poised to take a “quantum leap” by hiking defence spending to counter the threat of Russia, Secretary General Mark Rutte said on Monday, on the eve of a two-day summit.</p>

The 32 members of the alliance will pledge to boost defence expenditure to five percent of gross domestic product, a key demand of President Donald Trump{ai:summary}<p>NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte announced that allies are preparing to significantly increase defense spending to address the growing threat from Russia. This statement comes ahead of a two-day summit focused on enhancing military readiness. #military</p>

NATO to take 'quantum leap' with 5% military spending target

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