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UK Unprepared for Prolonged Wars, RUSI Warns

10/22/2025

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  • Royal United Services Institute (RUSI) warns the United Kingdom is unprepared for prolonged wars.
  • The analysis cites neglect of reserve forces and industrial mobilization, leaving no plan for wars lasting beyond weeks.
  • The analysis notes limited medical capacity and slow reserve regeneration.
  • Separately, Israel weighs a renewed conflict with Iran amid challenges and diminished support.
  • Iran's military capabilities remain intact, and its leadership calls for no cease-fire, complicating Israel's plans.