The UK strongly condemned JD Vance’s comments, with veterans, military leaders, and politicians calling them disrespectful to Britain’s military service. They highlighted the 636 British troops killed in Iraq and Afghanistan and the UK’s long history of fighting alongside U.S. forces.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer and senior figures, including James Cartlidge and James Cleverly, defended the armed forces, emphasizing the UK’s sacrifices and the enduring U.S.-UK military alliance.

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