UK Defense Overhaul Signals New Military Upswing

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In a significant shake-up, British leaders announced an ambitious defense upgrade that includes building new nuclear-powered attack submarines and ramping up war-fighting readiness. The move is designed to counter contemporary threats and send a resolute message internationally, though some might argue it’s a belated response.

foxnews.com / British PM Keir Starmer moves UK military into 'war-fighting readiness'

cnbc.com / UK put on a war footing with defense overhaul — but is it too little, too late?

go.com / Britain getting a defense boost aimed at sending a message to Moscow, and to Trump

cbsnews.com / U.K. plans to build new nuclear-powered subs as part of military boost

cnn.com / UK to build new attack submarines and ramp up ‘war-fighting readiness’ with an eye on Russia, Starmer says - CNN

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