EU leaders back new defence spending plansEU leaders are increasing defence spending amid concerns over US support.The move towards self-sustained security reflects geopolitical changes.
China to keep defence budget boost at 7.2% this yearChina's defense budget increased by 7.2% as it develops a more advanced military amid geopolitical tensions.
EU leaders back new defence spending plansEU leaders are increasing defence spending amid concerns over US support.The move towards self-sustained security reflects geopolitical changes.
China to keep defence budget boost at 7.2% this yearChina's defense budget increased by 7.2% as it develops a more advanced military amid geopolitical tensions.
Key takeaways from Europe's emergency summit on UkraineEU leaders focus on enhancing defense commitments amid US military aid suspension to Ukraine.Concerns grow over European reliance on US support for Ukraine's defense.Leaders discuss increasing defense spending and joint military initiatives.
Polish prime minister announces record defence spending in 2025 budgetPoland plans record defence spending for 2025 to enhance security due to threats from Russia amid ongoing war in Ukraine.
Starmer set to overrule Reeves on defence spend, but will he go as far as NATO's 3%? - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.comUK Prime Minister to increase military defense spending amid Ukraine pressures.
Former Armed Forces Minister Calls For UK To Provide Training Support in Ukraine Amid Wider Defence RevampJames Heappey advocates for increased defence spending and the revitalization of the strategic reserve to support Ukraine without direct combat involvement.
Key takeaways from Europe's emergency summit on UkraineEU leaders focus on enhancing defense commitments amid US military aid suspension to Ukraine.Concerns grow over European reliance on US support for Ukraine's defense.Leaders discuss increasing defense spending and joint military initiatives.
Polish prime minister announces record defence spending in 2025 budgetPoland plans record defence spending for 2025 to enhance security due to threats from Russia amid ongoing war in Ukraine.
Starmer set to overrule Reeves on defence spend, but will he go as far as NATO's 3%? - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.comUK Prime Minister to increase military defense spending amid Ukraine pressures.
Former Armed Forces Minister Calls For UK To Provide Training Support in Ukraine Amid Wider Defence RevampJames Heappey advocates for increased defence spending and the revitalization of the strategic reserve to support Ukraine without direct combat involvement.
Starmer slashes aid to fund major increase in defence spendingBritain will increase defence spending significantly, funded by cuts to foreign aid, raising concerns about international impact.Starmer's choices are framed as a necessity for national security amid global tensions.
British defence jobs and skills will keep us safe, says the PM. So he'd better buy the UK's jet, not the US oneIncreased defence spending is essential to address decades of underinvestment and bolster UK security.
Starmer accused of fiddling the figures on defence spend increaseThe article highlights discrepancies in UK defence spending claims made by Prime Minister and Labour leader.
Keir Starmer to meet Donald Trump in Washington as Kyiv and US agree minerals dealEuropean nations are urged to enhance defence spending following UK's decision to raise its budget.
Starmer will go in bin of history' if he fails to raise defence budget, says ex-army chiefKeir Starmer risks historical irrelevance if he fails to increase the UK's defence spending beyond 2.5% of GDP.
Seven-party BBC election debate fact-checkedMisleading tax claims were made during the UK party debate, with criticisms from the statistics watchdog.
Starmer slashes aid to fund major increase in defence spendingBritain will increase defence spending significantly, funded by cuts to foreign aid, raising concerns about international impact.Starmer's choices are framed as a necessity for national security amid global tensions.
British defence jobs and skills will keep us safe, says the PM. So he'd better buy the UK's jet, not the US oneIncreased defence spending is essential to address decades of underinvestment and bolster UK security.
Starmer accused of fiddling the figures on defence spend increaseThe article highlights discrepancies in UK defence spending claims made by Prime Minister and Labour leader.
Keir Starmer to meet Donald Trump in Washington as Kyiv and US agree minerals dealEuropean nations are urged to enhance defence spending following UK's decision to raise its budget.
Starmer will go in bin of history' if he fails to raise defence budget, says ex-army chiefKeir Starmer risks historical irrelevance if he fails to increase the UK's defence spending beyond 2.5% of GDP.
Seven-party BBC election debate fact-checkedMisleading tax claims were made during the UK party debate, with criticisms from the statistics watchdog.
Treat weapons investments as ethical' to help arm Ukraine and UK, MPs urgeLabour MPs call for ethical investment in weapons manufacturers to support defense spending for Ukraine and the UK.
Diane Abbott says Starmer's morally indefensible' defence drive won't make us saferThe Independent emphasizes the importance of on-the-ground journalism in a politically charged environment.
Labour pledges 'iron-clad' support for Ukraine against PutinLabour pledges continued support to Ukraine against Russian invasion.
Treat weapons investments as ethical' to help arm Ukraine and UK, MPs urgeLabour MPs call for ethical investment in weapons manufacturers to support defense spending for Ukraine and the UK.
Diane Abbott says Starmer's morally indefensible' defence drive won't make us saferThe Independent emphasizes the importance of on-the-ground journalism in a politically charged environment.
Labour pledges 'iron-clad' support for Ukraine against PutinLabour pledges continued support to Ukraine against Russian invasion.
European markets soar as Germany lifts debt brake' to raise defence spendingEuropean financial markets have rallied on news of increased defence spending and relaxed debt rules in Germany.
As Trump rattles stock markets, investors nab profits on Europe's defenceEuropean defence stocks surge as Trump's policy shifts raise doubts about US commitment to European security.
European markets soar as Germany lifts debt brake' to raise defence spendingEuropean financial markets have rallied on news of increased defence spending and relaxed debt rules in Germany.
As Trump rattles stock markets, investors nab profits on Europe's defenceEuropean defence stocks surge as Trump's policy shifts raise doubts about US commitment to European security.
Cross-party group of MPs express deep concern' over cuts to UK's aid budgetCuts to the UK's aid budget threaten to undermine soft power and impact the world's poorest.
Starmer blasted for being 'patronising' Badenoch over defence spending - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.comKemi Badenoch challenged Sir Keir Starmer over inconsistency in Labour's defense spending claims during Prime Minister's Questions.
Cross-party group of MPs express deep concern' over cuts to UK's aid budgetCuts to the UK's aid budget threaten to undermine soft power and impact the world's poorest.
Starmer blasted for being 'patronising' Badenoch over defence spending - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.comKemi Badenoch challenged Sir Keir Starmer over inconsistency in Labour's defense spending claims during Prime Minister's Questions.
David Lammy says key projects in Ukraine, Gaza and Sudan to be protected as aid spending slashed UK politics liveThe accurate figure for the rise in defence spending is about £6 billion per year, contrary to the £13.4 billion initially stated by the PM.
Watch live: Starmer gives statement on defence ahead of pivotal meeting with TrumpThe Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible journalism and the need for reporters during critical events.
Pressure grows for Starmer to boost defence spending ahead of Trump showdownThe Independent highlights critical issues in America ranging from reproductive rights to climate change and the need for solid journalism funding.
Boris Johnson urges Starmer to increase defence spending to 3%Boris Johnson advocates for increased defence spending amid rising European security concerns regarding Russia.
Estonia suggests security tax' as UK pressured to up defence spendingQuality journalism should be accessible to everyone, supported by donations rather than paywalls.Defence spending and strategic partnerships are critical topics in current geopolitical discussions.
Watch live: Starmer gives statement on defence ahead of pivotal meeting with TrumpThe Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible journalism and the need for reporters during critical events.
Pressure grows for Starmer to boost defence spending ahead of Trump showdownThe Independent highlights critical issues in America ranging from reproductive rights to climate change and the need for solid journalism funding.
Boris Johnson urges Starmer to increase defence spending to 3%Boris Johnson advocates for increased defence spending amid rising European security concerns regarding Russia.
Estonia suggests security tax' as UK pressured to up defence spendingQuality journalism should be accessible to everyone, supported by donations rather than paywalls.Defence spending and strategic partnerships are critical topics in current geopolitical discussions.
Don't mention the war: in Germany, politicians are hiding the truth about defence spending | Paul TaylorCandidates in Germany's election avoid discussing critical security issues and defence funding due to voter pushback.
Simon Harris says 'significant increase' in defence spending will not affect neutralityIreland needs to increase defence spending while maintaining military neutrality.
Lammy tells NATO members to 'get serious' with defence spending before Trump takes officeNATO members must urgently increase defence spending due to rising global security threats, as emphasized by UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy.
NATO chief urges increased defence spending as Trump presidency loomsNATO requires increased defence spending beyond 2% of GDP to ensure sufficient deterrence against potential threats.
Britain must spend more on defence, warns former top civil servantBritain urged to increase defence and aid spending for heightened security during dangerous period.Former civil servant emphasizes the need for enhanced diplomatic networks, upgraded defence industrial capacity, and modernized European militaries.
Lammy tells NATO members to 'get serious' with defence spending before Trump takes officeNATO members must urgently increase defence spending due to rising global security threats, as emphasized by UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy.
NATO chief urges increased defence spending as Trump presidency loomsNATO requires increased defence spending beyond 2% of GDP to ensure sufficient deterrence against potential threats.
Britain must spend more on defence, warns former top civil servantBritain urged to increase defence and aid spending for heightened security during dangerous period.Former civil servant emphasizes the need for enhanced diplomatic networks, upgraded defence industrial capacity, and modernized European militaries.
Von der Leyen calls for more EU defence spending after narrow election victoryUrsula von der Leyen urges increased European defence spending to address security challenges, citing a stark contrast with Russia's military expenditure.
MoD to cut more than 5,000 civil service jobs in drive to reduce costsOver 5,000 job cuts in the MoD aim for a 10% reduction in staff amidst cost-cutting measures.
Experts asked to assess strategic threat to UK as part of defence reviewThe UK is reassessing its defence strategy to address evolving international threats through a comprehensive review led by George Robertson.