Oral QuestionMinistry of Defence

“Whether the Strategic Defence Review requires updates to reflect recent developments in UK-US relations.”

Tabled: 30 June 2026Answered: 6 July 2026

Asked by

Richard Foord

Liberal Democrat — Honiton and Sidmouth

Answering Minister

the Secretary of State for Defence

Answer from Hansard

Anneliese Dodds

The amount of unexploded remnants of war throughout Gaza poses a serious threat to life and the provision of humanitarian assistance. The UK is working proactively with a number of key stakeholders. We very much recognise the expertise of the HALO Trust, and we will redouble the work done, particularly towards reconstruction.