STOP ReArm Europe

STOP ReArm Europe Campaign

Stop ReArm Europe is a broad coalition of European peace activists, political movements, trade unions, and civil society organizations campaigning against the increased militarization and rising defense budgets of the European Union and member states.

Core Arguments & Demands

• "Welfare, Not Warfare": The campaign opposes directing hundreds of billions of euros toward military spending, arguing that these funds should instead support public healthcare, education, social safety nets, climate action, and international peacebuilding.
• De-escalation: Activists contend that expanding weapons stockpiles and military infrastructure increases the likelihood of conflict, fuels global arms races, and benefits defense contractors at the expense of common security.
• Ecological & Economic Impact: The movement highlights the high carbon footprint of defense manufacturing and warns against public debt and potential economic austerity resulting from increased military budgets.

Actions & Support

The campaign coordinates public demonstrations, assemblies, and decentralized regional actions (such as the "Welfare, Not Warfare" rallies) across major European cities. It is backed by groups such as transform! europe,the Party of the European Left, Pax Christi International, and various climate and peace organizations.