UK in most dangerous period I've known, military chief says
Chief of the Defence Staff Sir Richard Knighton has warned that the UK is facing its most dangerous period since the Cold War. He cited increased Russian aerial incursions and the need for the military to prepare for long-term conflicts rather than short-term engagements.
Why it matters
The assessment underscores the urgency of upcoming UK defense spending decisions and the shifting geopolitical landscape in Europe.
Share Save Add as preferred on Google Ben Hatton BBC News PA Media The risks and threats to the UK are greater now than at any time since the Cold War, the head of the military has said.
The article provides a balanced summary of official military warnings and the government's response to defense funding.
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