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UK Defence Minister: Britain Must Prepare For War In 3-5 Years

Britain must prepare for war within three to five years, warns UK Armed Forces Minister James Heappey. He calls for accelerated defence spending to 3% of GDP by 2029, citing the growing Russian threat and lessons from Ukraine. However, Defence Secretary John Healey reiterates the commitment to 3.5% by 2035, leading to concerns about a 'say-do gap' in national security readiness.

3 days ago
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UK-US Military Base Future Uncertain Amid Chagos Islands Dispute

The future of the vital UK-US military base on Diego Garcia is uncertain following conflicting UK government statements and US President Trump's criticism of the deal to cede sovereignty to Mauritius. The agreement aimed to secure continued access to the strategically important base through a leaseback arrangement, but presidential intervention has cast doubt on its progression.

4 days ago