European leaders are grappling with the need for increased military spending amid rising global tensions.

Italy's Economy Minister, Giancarlo Giorgetti, emphasized the importance of long-term investments in defense, arguing that purchasing advanced weaponry requires careful planning, not rushed decisions.

This comes as the EU considers an €800 billion rearmament plan proposed by Ursula von der Leyen, following shifts in U.

S. foreign policy under Trump and Biden.

Giorgetti highlighted the global impact of U.

S. decisions, urging a reevaluation of international trade and defense strategies.

Meanwhile, Italy's Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani reaffirmed his support for a unified European defense, aligning with pro-European ideals.

The debate underscores the challenges of balancing national priorities with collective security in a changing geopolitical landscape.