Russian drone strikes leave 60,000 without power in Ukraine
Russian drone attacks on power facilities in northern and southern Ukraine overnight left nearly 60,000 people without electricity, with President Vol...
The UK and EU are set to announce a groundbreaking defence and security agreement aimed at countering shared threats, particularly from Russia.
A forthcoming agreement between the UK and EU will enhance collaboration on military and security matters, allowing British troops to engage with EU forces under specific joint initiatives. The arrangement focuses on improving military mobility, participating in crisis management exercises, and conducting strategic consultations on areas of common interest.
The partnership reflects a commitment to strengthening ties and addressing mutual concerns, such as regional stability and coordinated responses to global challenges. It also includes mechanisms for the UK to engage in EU defence discussions while retaining the flexibility of independent operations.
In addition to military cooperation, the pact opens pathways for broader collaborations, including trade and youth mobility, signaling efforts to deepen UK-EU relations across multiple sectors.
While the pact strengthens ties, UK defence firms will need to negotiate access to the EU’s €150 billion rearmament fund separately. Beyond military cooperation, the agreement signals broader efforts to rebuild UK-EU relations post-Brexit, including discussions on youth mobility and trade.
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