British newspapers highlight significant defense spending increases and other important events on their front pages. They report that the UK will increase defense funding to 2.5% of GDP to enhance the nation’s defense capabilities, with the Telegraph, i, and Daily Mail emphasizing the significance of this boost. Other stories include the Independent’s call for the reconsideration of the Rwanda asylum bill, the Metro’s coverage of a tragic incident in the Channel, and the Daily Mirror’s continued examination of Jill Dando’s death. The Financial Times warns of private equity risks faced by lenders, while the Sun and Daily Star feature lighter stories about Prince Louis’s birthday and Alan Titchmarsh’s dislike of slugs.