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UK to Buy F-35As and Join NATO’s Nuclear Mission

Defense shift signals deeper integration with alliance strategy

14 July 2025 · 23:40 UTC

The United Kingdom will purchase advanced F-35A fighter jets and formally join NATO’s nuclear-sharing mission in a significant shift in defense policy.

Officials say the move underscores Britain's commitment to collective security and deterrence in response to growing threats from hostile states, reaffirming its role as a leading NATO ally.