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Keir Starmer to Boost Defence Spending by Cutting Aid

Feb 25, 2025
Keir Starmer, Leader of the Labour Party and Prime Minister of the UK, discusses his controversial plan to significantly boost defense spending at the expense of overseas aid. He addresses the stark contrast between military funding and pressing social needs like child hunger and housing crises. The conversation delves into the ethical implications of this funding shift, critiques of military strategy amidst ongoing conflicts, and the impact of proposed policing reforms on community relations. Starmer navigates the complexities of international alliances while facing public discontent.
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