Keir Starmer becomes first UK PM to receive France’s Légion d’honneur
Keir Starmer became the first UK prime minister to receive France’s Légion d’honneur on July 14, 2025, awarded by President Emmanuel Macron. Macron praised Starmer for his leadership in establishing a coalition to support Ukraine. This honor reflects a significant shift in Franco-British relations after years of tension with previous UK leaders.
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Published 14 Jul 2026, 15:37 UTC · Updated 14 Jul 2026, 16:10 UTC
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