In a candid interview with The New York Times, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer admitted that U.S. President Donald Trump has a point when it comes to urging European nations to take on a greater share of their own defense.
“We need to think about defence and security in a more immediate way,” Starmer said, emphasizing the need for a fresh approach to regional security challenges.
Starmer’s comments come as part of his broader effort to forge a multinational military coalition—what he has described as a “coalition of the willing”—intended to safeguard Ukraine’s skies, ports, and borders following any potential peace settlement. The proposed coalition reflects a growing consensus among European leaders that the continent must contribute more directly to its collective security, particularly in light of ongoing conflicts and geopolitical uncertainties.
While Starmer underscored the merits of Trump’s argument, he also noted that the U.K. enjoys a strong personal rapport with the former president. “On a person-to-person basis, I think we have a good relationship,” Starmer remarked. However, he added that several of Trump’s recent actions, including imposing a 25% tariff on British steel and publicly berating Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy, have led to “quite a degree of disorientation” among European allies.
The remarks highlight the shifting dynamics in transatlantic defense discussions, as both sides grapple with the implications of an evolving security landscape. As European nations reassess their defense commitments, Starmer’s acknowledgment of Trump’s critique underscores the urgency for a recalibrated approach to ensure a more balanced and responsive collective security strategy.
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