Britain must be ready for war in just three years, new Army chief warns
The new head of the British Army warns of potential war with Russia, China, Iran, and North Korea within three years. Urges military strength rebuilding and increased defense spending to address threats.
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The new head of the British Army, General Sir Roly Walker, has warned that Britain must be prepared for war within three years against an "axis of upheaval" consisting of Russia, China, Iran, and North Korea. He predicts that Russian President Vladimir Putin will seek retribution following the Ukraine conflict, emphasizing the need for the UK to rebuild its military strength to deter future conflicts. General Walker also highlighted concerns about a potential Chinese invasion of Taiwan, Iran's nuclear ambitions, and the threat posed by North Korea. The British Army, currently with the smallest number of trained troops in over 300 years, is urged to restore credible hard power for deterrence. Sir Keir Starmer's administration aims to increase defense spending to 2.5% of GDP, but the timeline for achieving this goal remains unspecified. Opposition critics and former military chiefs stress the urgency of addressing the serious threats facing the UK.
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