Starmer: Europe must fund own defense as US shifts posture

UK PM Starmer states Europe can no longer rely on US to 'bankroll' its defense, signaling a permanent shift in transatlantic security relations. This marks a notable departure from the post-WWII status quo, with implications for NATO burden-sharing and European strategic autonomy. The statement reflects US pressure but leaves open how quickly and at what scale European defense spending will rise.

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