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Von der Leyen sets out modest defence strategy as she bids for second term

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Von der Leyen sets out modest defence strategy as she bids for second term

Von der Leyen sets out modest defence strategy as she bids for second term

The new plans won’t see direct weapon purchases, nor offer lavish funding previously promised by officials.


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