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UK Boosts Defense Spending by £15B | Cork News
The UK is pouring £15 billion extra into defense over four years, gearing up for potential conflict — especially a Russian attack by 2030 — with stealth jets, drones, and nuclear-capable F-35s at the core. To fund it, road and energy projects take a hit, as annual defense spending rockets from £54 billion to £80 billion by 2029. Total investment hits nearly £300 billion — less than some generals wanted — but officials say it’ll hit NATO’s 3.5% GDP target by 2035. Critics call it “too little, too late,” while the government insists strength deters war. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a…
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