President-elect Donald Trump has demanded that European countries double their defense spending to at least 5% of their GDP, significantly higher than the current 2% commitment. Trump expressed skepticism towards NATO, suggesting that if Europe wants American protection, they must pay more. With only 23 of 32 NATO members meeting the 2% criteria, the call for increased military expenditure raises concerns about feasibility among member states. Diplomatic sources indicate a need for a compromise ahead of NATO’s next summit, with many countries remaining divided on the spending levels.