Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen announced that her government would unveil “major” plans on Wednesday to rearm the country\u2019s military in response to the growing threat posed by Russia.<\/p>\n
In a speech before Parliament on Tuesday, Frederiksen stated, “We must significantly increase our armament. We must embark on a major rearmament process to prevent war.”<\/p>\n
She did not disclose specific details or financial figures, but according to Danish state television, the government is expected to establish a fund worth 50 billion kroner ($7 billion) for additional defense spending in 2025-2026.<\/p>\n
The government had considered doubling the amount but concluded that the available defense equipment was insufficient for large-scale purchases, according to the report.<\/p>\n
Frederiksen stressed that rearmament must happen “quickly” due to the “challenging situation” facing Denmark, its kingdom, and the European continent.<\/p>\n
She warned that Denmark is currently facing “the most dangerous situation in our history,” adding, “It is worse than during the Cold War.”<\/p>\n
After urgent talks in Paris concerning changes in U.S. policy on the Ukraine war, Frederiksen cautioned that Russia “now threatens all of Europe.”<\/p>\n
When asked about the greatest threat to Europe, she responded, “It is, of course, Russia,” pointing to its “imperial ambitions to build a stronger and larger Russia. I don\u2019t think they will stop at Ukraine.”<\/p>\n
She also warned the U.S. against seeking a “quick” ceasefire that would allow Russia to “regroup and attack Ukraine or another European country.”<\/p>\n
If the defense fund is approved, Denmark\u2019s military spending would rise to 3% of GDP, according to the Danish daily Berlingske.<\/p>\n
U.S. President Donald Trump has been urging NATO member states to increase their defense spending to 5% of GDP.<\/p>\n
Currently, U.S. defense spending stands at 3.4% of its GDP.<\/p>\n
Denmark is one of Ukraine\u2019s strongest supporters.<\/p>\n
Since the war began in February 2022, Denmark has provided $7.52 billion in military aid and approximately $741 million in civilian contributions, according to the Danish Foreign Ministry.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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