Britain's delayed deterrence: Starmer promises arms, Burnham inherits the bill
الردع البريطاني المؤجل.. ستارمر يعد بالسلاح وبيرنهام يرث الفاتورة
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British newspapers report that outgoing PM Starmer's defense plan, announced in his final days in office, adds £15 billion to the military budget, but leaves his successor Burnham with an early funding gap. That shortfall could clash with Burnham's domestic agenda and promises to revive struggling regions.
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