The Economic Times

A $2.89 trillion military surge signals the sharpest global arms buildup since WWII

The surge in global military budgets is astonishing, with nations investing heavily in their defense capabilities in response to escalating threats and protracted conflicts. As geopolitical rivalries intensify and the United Nations struggles to maintain order, countries are increasingly prioritizing military strength, hinting at a drastic turn towards heightened militarization and the possibility of an arms race.