Cutting foreign aid will play into Putin's hands, former minister warns Starmer
Briefly

The article discusses the importance of independent journalism in addressing critical issues like reproductive rights and foreign policy. It highlights Keir Starmer's controversial decision to reduce the foreign aid budget, which former Deputy Foreign Secretary Andrew Mitchell claims could aid nations like Russia and China. As Starmer prepares to meet Donald Trump, concerns grow that such cuts contradict Labour's values, particularly in the context of the ongoing war in Ukraine. The piece underscores the need for journalists to report comprehensively and factually on urgent matters.
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