UK, Poland to sign defence treaty to tackle Russian threats
The UK and Poland are set to sign a new defence treaty aimed at addressing threats from Russia. This agreement will enhance border security, tackle organized crime, and improve defence cooperation within the EU. The treaty reflects Prime Minister Keir Starmer's commitment to strengthening ties with European nations post-Brexit.
- ▪The treaty will be signed by British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk in London.
- ▪It aims to combat threats from Russia, including hybrid attacks and cyberattacks.
- ▪The deal will enhance cooperation in developing next-generation weapons and strengthen air and missile defence systems.
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- ▪ Starmer and Tusk sign UK–Poland defence pact amid warnings over Russian threats — France 24 (EN)
- ▪ UK and Poland to sign defence treaty amid Russian threats — The Independent
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| Publication time | Wed, 27 May 2026 17:59:31 +0800 |
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UK, Poland to sign defence treaty to tackle Russian threatsSign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inboxFILE PHOTO: Britain’s Prime Minister Keir Starmer visits a children’s activity centre in Essex, Britain, May 21, 2026. Kin Cheung/Pool via REUTERS/File PhotoPublished May 27, 2026, 05:59 PMUpdated May 27, 2026, 05:59 PMLONDON, May 27 - Britain will sign a new defence and security treaty with Poland on Wednesday to combat threats, including from an increasingly aggressive Russia, part of Prime Minister Keir Starmer's efforts to bolster ties with the rest of Europe.The deal, due to be signed by Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk and Starmer in London, will improve border security, tackle organised crime and deepen defence cooperation with the European Union, a statement from…
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