World · 2 February 2026
Starmer considers joining new EU defence fund to boost security
Prime Minister Keir Starmer has indicated the UK could apply to join a proposed second European Union defence fund. Speaking ahead of talks with EU officials in London, Starmer emphasised the need for closer security cooperation across the continent amid geopolitical instability. This potential move follows a failed attempt to join the original SAFE scheme last November. The government aims to strengthen ties with Brussels while dismissing criticism from political rivals regarding post-Brexit alignment.
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