Starmer Assures NATO Chief UK Will Release Defence Plan Ahead of July Summit

UK Labour leader Keir Starmer spoke with the NATO secretary‑general. He confirmed that Britain will issue its defence plan. The publication is scheduled before the NATO summit in July. The announcement aims to demonstrate the UK's commitment to alliance security. Starmer emphasized the plan’s alignment with NATO objectives. The timing is intended to reassure allies ahead of the summit. Officials expect the document to outline future military priorities. The defence plan will be scrutinised by member nations at the summit.