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Donald Trump re-election could threaten UK's national security, claims ex-MI6 boss
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The former head of the UK’s secret intelligence service has warned the return of Donald Trump to the White House could pose a “political threat” to Britain.
Speaking to Sky News’ Sunday Morning with Trevor Philips, Sir Richard Dearlove said the re-election of the former US president would be “problematic” for the UK’s national security due to his issues with NATO.
Mr Trump has been a long-standing critic of the alliance - made up of 29 European and two North American states - claiming other members have not paid their way, and even threatening to pull out of the longstanding partnership.
But in the years since he left office, NATO has become increasingly important on the world stage amid the war in Ukraine, and with the current president, Joe Biden, giving it his backing.
Asked what big threats the UK should be paying attention to in the coming year, Sir Richard - who ran MI6 between 1999 and 2004 - first pointed to Ukraine, then the “long-term behaviour” of China.
Speaking to Fox News earlier this week, Mr Trump refused to commit to remaining a member, saying it “depends on if they treat us properly”.
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