Starmer becomes first UK PM to receive top French honour
UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has become the first serving British leader to receive France's Legion d'honneur. The award was presented by President Emmanuel Macron in recognition of Starmer's contributions to European security and support for Ukraine.
Why it matters
This gesture underscores the strengthening of bilateral ties between the UK and France amidst ongoing geopolitical challenges in Europe.
Image source, Simon Dawson / No 10 Downing Street Image caption, Macron praised Starmer's contribution to Ukraine and the security of Europe
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