EU struggles to unite on military aid for Ukraine

European Union leaders discussed military support for Ukraine during a summit on March 20. There is growing concern about increased Russian influence, especially with Donald Trump shifting policies towards Moscow. One key topic was the Kallas plan, which suggests that larger EU countries should contribute more money for Ukraine's military needs. However, this plan faces significant disagreements among member states. Critics, like Brussels editor Nicolas Gros-Verheyde, argue the proposed donation amounts are excessively high. Some countries like France, Spain, and Italy are expected to contribute much more than before. Additionally, Germany's upper house voted on a law today. This law would allow Germany to exempt defense and security spending from its debt limits, which is a significant change in fiscal policy. Finally, the episode also highlighted the latest findings from the World Happiness Report, showing which countries in Europe rank as the happiest.