Keir Starmer becomes first UK PM to receive France’s Légion d’honneur
Summary
Keir Starmer became the first UK prime minister to receive France’s Légion d’honneur from a French president, awarded by Emmanuel Macron for his work helping European security. Starmer was recognized for leading a group of countries that support Ukraine during a critical time in 2025.Key Facts
- Keir Starmer received the Légion d’honneur from French President Emmanuel Macron.
- He is the first UK prime minister to get this honor from a French president.
- The award recognizes Starmer’s role in forming a coalition to support Ukraine.
- The coalition of the willing is made up of over 30 countries providing military and financial aid to Ukraine.
- Starmer received the honor during Bastille Day celebrations in Paris.
- Previous UK prime minister Winston Churchill received a higher level of the honor in 1958.
- Macron praised Starmer for his leadership and partnership on European security.
- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz also praised Starmer’s support for Ukraine.
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