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General · 6 June 2026

Russia threat to UK highest since Cold War

Russia threat to UK highest since Cold War

Britain is facing its most dangerous period in decades, as threats from Russia are now at Cold War levels. The chief of defence staff, Sir Richard Knighton, warned on Friday that Russia is definitely raising the stakes. He said this includes cyber attacks, assassination attempts, and reckless sabotage, meaning the UK needs to prepare for longer conflicts.

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