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UK Defence Spending Row Highlights Security Strategy Tensions
A dispute over Britain's defence spending has brought to light underlying tensions regarding the country's strategic dilemmas and how best to ensure its security. The debate exposes differing views on the future direction of UK defence policy.
12 Jun, 14:46 — 12 Jun, 17:50
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BBCHigh3d ago
Defence row exposes tensions over how to keep UK safe
Ex-Defence Secretary John Healey has said the defence investment plan is "well short of what is required".
Read full article →FTVery High2d ago
The strategic dilemmas behind Britain’s defence spending mess
At the heart of the debate is not just how much the UK should spend on the military, but what types of threat it faces — and ultimately, its place in the world
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First report: BBC · 12 Jun, 14:46|Full coverage: 2 · 3h|Window: 3h
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