NATO's Defense Plans Stir Up European Tax Concerns

Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov criticized NATO's plan to significantly increase its air and missile defense, arguing that it is confrontational and burdens European taxpayers. NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte was expected to announce the need for a 400% boost in defense capabilities at a London speech.

The Kremlin has voiced strong opposition to NATO's latest defense strategy, which aims for a substantial increase in air and missile capabilities. Dmitry Peskov, speaking on behalf of the Kremlin, labeled the plan as confrontational on Monday.

Peskov expressed concerns about the financial implications for European citizens, arguing that the proposed boost in defense could significantly burden taxpayers.

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte was poised to elaborate further on this ambitious defense enhancement during a speech in London, emphasizing the necessity of a 400% increase in defense components.

(With inputs from agencies.)