US Tops Global Nuclear Spending in 2025 | 9 Nations Spent Over $470 Bn in 5 Years
Edited By WION Video Desk
Published: Jun 09, 2026, 12:27 IST | Updated: Jun 09, 2026, 12:27 IST
The United States continues to lead global nuclear spending in 2025, as a new report reveals that nine countries collectively spent over $470 billion on nuclear weapons over the past five years. The figures highlight a sharp rise in global defence budgets amid escalating geopolitical tensions and renewed arms competition among major powers.
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