Defence row exposes tensions over how to keep UK safe
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Source: BBC News
Published: 2026-06-13 00:46 UTC+10:00
Section: General
Factuality Score: 100
Opinion Category: Neutral
Topics: Politics, Europe, Military & Defence, Elections, World News, War & Conflict
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Defending the realm is supposed to be a prime minister's first priority. Yet Sir Keir Starmer is accused by two departing defence ministers of failing to provide the means to meet that vital aim.
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