, such as Lord West and General Sir Patrick Sanders,
also expressed their disapproval,
emphasizing the deep bonds and shared sacrifices between the UK and the U.S.
Political leaders in the UK echoed these sentiments.
Shadow Defense Secretary James Cartlidge underscored
Britain’s substantial military contributions
and called Vance’s remarks “deeply disrespectful.”
Former Foreign Secretary
James Cleverly and other MPs joined in the criticism,
urging Vance to acknowledge the shared history
and sacrifices of British and American forces.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer reiterated the nation’s pride in its military’s
past sacrifices and emphasized the importance of mutual respect among allies.
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