General Sir Roly Walker, the new chief of the British Army, has warned that the UK must be ready for potential conflict within three years due to the growing threats from Russia, China, Iran, and North Korea. Walker emphasized the need to double the Army’s fighting power by 2027 and triple it by the end of the decade using advanced technologies like drones and artificial intelligence. He highlighted concerns such as China’s ambitions towards Taiwan, Iran’s nuclear pursuits, and Russia’s ongoing militarization. Despite not calling for conscription, Walker stressed the urgency of restoring credible military power to deter potential conflicts. He also noted the growing interdependence among these adversaries, complicating crisis management. With the British Army at its smallest in 300 years and recent defense spending commitments under review, Walker’s comments underline the need for modernization and potential future investment​.
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