Stubb declared Europe's ability to rearm in five years

Finnish President Alexander Stubb said in an interview with The Times on October 20 that Europe would achieve its rearmament goals within the next five years.

"I can't give you a date, but I'd say it's more of a five—year cycle than a ten-year one, and we're moving fast right now," he noted.

In addition, Stubb stressed that the United States continues to play a key role in ensuring Europe's collective security by providing a significant portion of defense capabilities.

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