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United Kingdom announces £300 billion military budget increase

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Posted Jun 30, 2026, 01:00 PM UTC · In the digest of 2026-06-30-1300
United Kingdom announces £300 billion military budget increase

The United Kingdom government has announced a substantial military budget increase, committing nearly £300 billion (€348 billion) over the next four years to modernize its armed forces. The plan aims to enhance the UK's defense capabilities amidst rising global threats, with inve

The United Kingdom government has announced a substantial military budget increase, committing nearly £300 billion (€348 billion) over the next four years to modernize its armed forces. The plan, unveiled after several months of delays due to budgetary constraints, aims to enhance the UK's defense capabilities amidst rising global threats. Key investments are earmarked for advanced drones, strengthening nuclear deterrence, and developing a "hybrid" Navy. The initiative seeks to ensure the British military is equipped to address contemporary security challenges.

Sources: Le Monde

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