Britain Says Stronger Deterrence Can Reduce the Risk of Wider War
UK Defence Secretary Wes Streeting argues that Britain should strengthen military readiness to deter escalation while relying on diplomacy to end conflicts. In an interview with the Financial Times, he described the US alliance as central to UK security and said European defence depends on cooperation across Nato, including with Britain, while warning that procurement and industrial policy should not weaken the alliance.
Financial Times·Nov 10, 2026·8 min read
