最新报道:French President Emmanuel Macron announced a significant increase in defense spending, stating "To be free, we must be feared." The plan includes a 40% budget boost over the next five years to modernize France's military capabilities and strengthen European defense autonomy. Macron emphasized the need for Europe to reduce reliance on U.S. security guarantees amid growing global instability. The spending hike will focus on cyber warfare, artificial intelligence, and next-generation fighter jets, positioning France as a leading military power in the EU. Critics question the fiscal impact, but Macron argues it's essential for maintaining strategic independence.