A new defense review released by the UK Ministry of Defence is calling for “immediate war-fighting readiness” amid growing global instability but critics say the government doesn’t have the budget to back the plan.
The report emphasizes increasing threats from Russia, cyber warfare, and instability in the Indo-Pacific, urging the government to ramp up training, stockpile munitions, and modernize equipment.
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak’s cabinet has shown support in principle, but members of Parliament on both sides of the aisle are questioning how the ambitious strategy will be funded. The UK already spends around £50 billion annually on defense, but experts say an additional £20 30 billion would be needed to meet the plan’s targets.
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Labour leader Keir Starmer labeled the plan “a well-written brochure with no budget,” while defense unions have warned of burnout among service members already facing cuts and overtime issues.
Analysts say the UK must choose between symbolic readiness and genuine investment and that delay could leave the country exposed in case of actual conflict.
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