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EU accused of building ‘war economy’ amid deepening poverty

EU leaders pledge hundreds of billions of euros to strengthen Europe’s defense industry, prompting claims the bloc is shifting toward a war economy.

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Jerome Hughes
Press TV, Brussels

EU leaders pledge hundreds of billions of euros to strengthen Europe’s defense industry, prompting claims the bloc is shifting toward a war economy. Critics say Brussels is prioritizing military spending over pressing social issues such as poverty and housing.