This stems from a report by the Joint Committee on National Security Strategy, which recommends reducing bilateral dependence on nuclear and intelligence matters.

The document, prepared by UK lawmakers, warns that the government must collaborate with European partners to invest in its own capabilities and counter a potential withdrawal of US support.

The official British source emphasizes the need to move towards greater European leadership within the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO).

The UK must also develop a clear plan, together with other European allies, that considers the transition towards greater European leadership in NATO, the text states.

Preparing for the worst-case scenario, in which Europe cannot count on US support in the event of a crisis, the government must collaborate with European partners to invest in its own forces and resources to compensate for this potential withdrawal of support, according to the report.

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