UK Seeks to Reset EU Relations Amid Global Security Talks

David Lammy's visit to Luxembourg marks the first UK Foreign Secretary attendance at the EU's Foreign Affairs Council in two years, aiming to strengthen cooperation on security issues.

Foreign Secretary David Lammy's attendance at the EU's Foreign Affairs Council highlights the UK's effort to reset relations with the EU post-Brexit.
The meeting in Luxembourg focuses on shared security concerns, including Russian aggression in Ukraine and escalating tensions in the Middle East.
EU officials indicate that while the UK is keen on improving relations, it remains a lower priority compared to internal EU matters and global challenges.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer's recent meetings with European leaders emphasize a desire for pragmatic and sensible leadership to enhance UK-EU cooperation.
Despite the UK's willingness to engage, EU sources suggest that clarity and substance in the UK's proposals are needed for significant progress.