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UK Seeks EU Defense Funds Amid Collaboration Concerns

7/11/2025

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The UK is pushing for a slice of the EU's €150 billion SAFE defense fund, but skepticism looms among member states about its role. As France and the UK strive to bolster nuclear collaboration, worries about dependence on US backing linger. This division within the EU over the UK's inclusion in defense strategies could reshape the landscape of European security.

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The UK is pushing for a slice of the EU's €150 billion SAFE defense fund, but skepticism looms among member states about its role. As France and the UK strive to bolster nuclear collaboration, worries about dependence on US backing linger. This division within the EU over the UK's inclusion in defense strategies could reshape the landscape of European security.