Starmer Calls for NATO Allies to Boost Defence Spending to 2.5% of GDP

Prime Minister commits UK to increased military expenditure but avoids setting a specific deadline.

Keir Starmer emphasizes the necessity for NATO members to enhance defence budgets amid rising global threats.
The UK will conduct a Strategic Defence Review to outline the path to achieving the 2.5% GDP target.
Critics argue that not setting a deadline creates uncertainty for the UK's armed forces.
The previous Conservative government had pledged to reach the 2.5% target by 2030.
NATO members have a longstanding commitment to spend at least 2% of GDP on defence.