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Trump, Ukraine propel EU and UK towards defence pact

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer will meet EU leaders in London on May 19 to sign a security and defence partnership pact.
The pact aims to reset strained UK-EU ties caused by Brexit and growing worries about US President Trump's commitment and the Ukraine war.
The agreement, supported by positive diplomatic signs, will open cooperation doors, potentially involve Britain in EU military missions, and link to a 150-billion-euro EU defence fund.
British Foreign Minister David Lammy stated that the UK is collaborating closely with European partners to ensure a more secure, stable, and prosperous future for Europe.
If approved by all 27 EU members, the pact could increase security talks and cooperation despite political divisions and uncertainty ahead of the May 19 summit.

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