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EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Kaja Kallas stated that although defense investments have risen, many gaps in capabilities still need to be addressed. The report, a product of the European Defence Agency (EDA) with support from the European Commission and the European External Action Service (EEAS), is slated for discussion at an upcoming EU summit."},{"type":"paragraph","text":"German State Secretary for Defence Sebastian Hartmann emphasized the need for EU member states to increase their defense spending, drawing a parallel with Germany's own commitment. He also called for a clear commitment from EU nations to procure products from European defense manufacturers to foster industry development. Hartmann noted that the report, which will be compiled annually, also highlights progress in areas such as maritime capabilities, military mobility, and land defense."},{"type":"heading","text":"Disagreement on Spending Figures"},{"type":"paragraph","text":"One report stated that Kaja Kallas indicated countries spent a total of 2.2 per cent of GDP on defense needs, while other reports did not include this specific figure."},{"type":"heading","text":"What the coverage left out"},{"type":"paragraph","text":"None of the right-rated reports mention the specific figure of 2.2 per cent of GDP that Kaja Kallas stated countries spent on defense needs. 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