General Sir Charles Roland Walker (2L) and Sir Richard Knighton (R) lay wreaths during the Remembrance Sunday ceremony at the Cenotaph on Whitehall in central London. (IMAGE: AFP)
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News1816-12-2025, 12:05

UK Armed Forces Chief Warns of Russian Threat, Urges Citizens to 'Get Ready'

  • UK Armed Forces Chief Sir Richard Knighton warned of a growing Russian threat, urging British citizens to "get ready" to fight.
  • Knighton stated the current security environment is the most dangerous of his career, emphasizing the rising "price of peace."
  • He highlighted Russia's increasing military strength and battle-hardened troops from the Ukraine war, urging against underestimation.
  • While acknowledging a low 5% probability of a direct Russian attack on the UK, Knighton stressed that the risk is "not zero" and cannot be ignored.
  • The Chief called for society to rebuild national resilience, preparing for "real, physical threats" alongside the armed forces and NATO.

Why It Matters: It warns UK citizens to be ready for potential conflict with Russia.

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