Starmer becomes first UK PM to receive top French honour

Starmer becomes first UK PM to receive top French honour

In a significant diplomatic gesture, UK Labour leader Keir Starmer has become the first British Prime Minister to receive France's highest civilian honor, the Grand Cross of the Legion of Honour. French President Emmanuel Macron lauded Starmer's "decency" and his vital contributions to the support of Ukraine and the broader security of Europe. This accolade underscores the strengthening ties between the UK and France, highlighting Starmer's role in fostering international cooperation during critical times.

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