Britain has finally grasped the nettle on defence, but tough choices lie ahead

Britain's new defense investment plan, outlined by Prime Minister Keir Starmer, still leaves the country's military budgets falling short of NATO commitments by the end of the decade, according to The Guardian. The gap will force his successor to make difficult budget choices while European allies and the White House watch to see whether Britain can deliver on its security pledges.

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