
Starmer's Defence Review: NATO Commitment and Gaza Crisis Dominate
Prime Minister Keir Starmer addresses the nation on defense spending and the situation in Gaza. During an interview with Sky News Political Editor Beth Rigby in Glasgow, Scotland, Starmer highlighted the importance of rebuilding national defence and resilience, while acknowledging the need for a ceasefire in Gaza and the delivery of humanitarian aid. Rigby pressed Starmer on whether the UK's commitment to NATO aligns with its current defense spending. Starmer stated, "NATO in the intervening 80 years has been the most successful alliance in the world in terms of preserving peace." He also emphasized the need for humanitarian aid to reach Gaza, stating that the situation is "intolerable and getting worse by the day." The interview provides valuable insight into the UK government's priorities on defense and foreign policy.