From 2010 to 2022, U.S. military aid (grants and equipment) accounted for approximately 16–20% of Israel’s total defense spending, with an average of about 18% across the period. The proportion was highest in 2016 (~20.6%) and lowest in 2021 (~15.6%), reflecting changes in Israel’s military budget.
So, for 2021, 5.2% spending less 15.6% American money yields a 4.4% indigenous spend.
Ukraine especially, and Israel to a lesser extent, demonstrate that countries should spend enough on their own defense to counter threats they may face.
NOBODY should rely on Uncle Sugar to come to their defense.