Military spending is one of the clearest reflections of a country’s priorities, fears, and ambitions. While some nations invest in defense as insurance, others do so as a statement of power, influence ...

North African countries lead in military spending in 2026 estimates, while Nigeria misses the top 3 on the list of the continent’s 10 highest defence budgets.

A sudden proposal on social media from President Donald Trump to increase U.S. military spending to $1.5 trillion for Fiscal Year 2027 is facing severe scrutiny from fiscal watchdogs, who warn the ...