Denmark Increases Defense Spending and Introduces Female Conscription

In response to Russian threats, Denmark boosts its defense budget by $6 billion and extends military conscription to women, aiming to surpass NATO's spending target.

• Denmark plans to increase its defense budget by $6 billion through 2028, in part to counter the perceived threat from Russia.
• The Nordic country will start drafting women into its military service from 2026, aligning with its gender equality values.
• The increased defense spending will ensure Denmark surpasses NATO's 2% GDP target for member states, with a focus on air defense and building a heavy brigade.
• Finnish Prime Minister warns of Russia preparing for a long conflict with the West, urging increased European defense spending and coordination.
• Russian President Putin warns of military deployments and readiness for nuclear war in response to Nordic countries' NATO accession.

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