The European Commission has decided to change the name of its rearmament initiative from 'Rearm Europe' to 'Readiness 2030' following criticism from Italian and Spanish leaders. This change aims to avoid alienating citizens and to better reflect a broader approach to defense that includes various security aspects beyond just military armament. The initiative involves raising €150 billion for advanced weapon purchases and potentially mobilizing up to €800 billion in total funding. Both Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez expressed concerns about the original name, advocating for a more comprehensive definition of defense that includes technology and cybersecurity. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)