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General · 12 June 2026

White House calls for higher UK defence spending

White House calls for higher UK defence spending

People could see greater focus on military strength after fresh comments from Washington about Britain's defence needs. On 12 June 2026, the White House said Sir Keir Starmer should raise defence spending further following John Healey's resignation. Elbridge Colby, identified as the under secretary of war, said Britain should assess its challenges seriously and noted a need for additional military strength.

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