‘We can’t sit back and watch’: Former MI6 boss says Britain must get ready for war as Putin threatens Europe
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Former MI6 boss says Britain must get ready for war as Putin threat looms
- Former MI6 chief Sir Alex Younger warns that the UK must prepare for potential conflict with Russia, citing the threat posed by Vladimir Putin's ambitions in Eastern Europe.
- Younger criticises the UK's reduced military capabilities and lack of public awareness regarding the threat, emphasising the need for rearmament and a form of national service to bolster reserves.
- He expresses concern over the UK's disarmed state and the public's detachment from defence matters, advocating for a more integrated approach to national security.
- Younger discusses the complex relationship between Putin and former US President Trump, highlighting their shared disregard for international norms and the potential implications for global stability.
- The former MI6 head also addresses the increasing use of unconventional warfare tactics by Russia, including cyberattacks and disinformation campaigns, and the need for greater resilience in the face of these threats.