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flag UK boosts defence spending to 3% GDP by 2029, but short-term cuts spark concern over readiness and NATO alignment.

flag The UK government, under Prime Minister Keir Starmer, is accelerating military buildup with Arctic deployments, increased commando presence, and plans to raise defence spending to 3% of GDP by 2029, costing £13–17 billion annually. flag Despite this, defence spending as a share of GDP is projected to fall to 2.13% in 2027–28, down from 2.2% in 2025, drawing criticism from opposition leaders and military experts who warn of falling behind NATO allies. flag While the government claims it’s delivering the largest defence funding increase since the Cold War, with over £270 billion committed, concerns grow over delayed action and potential cuts to capabilities. flag NATO intelligence suggests Russia may attack a member within three to five years, intensifying pressure to act. flag Mainstream media coverage has largely echoed official narratives, with limited scrutiny of strategic choices or trade-offs with public services.

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