UK Defense Overhaul Signals New Military Upswing
In a significant shake-up, British leaders announced an ambitious defense upgrade that includes building new nuclear-powered attack submarines and ramping up war-fighting readiness. The move is designed to counter contemporary threats and send a resolute message internationally, though some might argue it’s a belated response.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer unveiled plans to boost the U.K. military to "war-fighting readiness" and support NATO with new innovations.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced an overhaul of the U.K.'s defense spending on Monday.
The U.K. will build new nuclear-powered attack submarines and create an army ready to fight a war in Europe as part of a boost to military spending
A British military spending boost, including new attack subs and long-range weapons, will make the U.K. "a battle-ready, armor-clad nation," Prime Minister Keir Starmer says.
UK to build new attack submarines and ramp up ‘war-fighting readiness’ with an eye on Russia, Starmer says CNN
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