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UK Prepares for Potential War Amid Rising Global Tensions

12/12/2025

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The armed forces minister said the UK is developing plans to prepare for a potential war and ensure readiness.
He cited a rise in hostile intelligence activity against the UK, led by Russia, China, Iran, and North Korea.
The government is creating a defense counter-intelligence unit and reorganizing military intelligence.
The minister stressed public awareness about conflict implications amid ongoing global tensions, including Ukraine.

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The armed forces minister said the UK is developing plans to prepare for a potential war and ensure readiness.
He cited a rise in hostile intelligence activity against the UK, led by Russia, China, Iran, and North Korea.
The government is creating a defense counter-intelligence unit and reorganizing military intelligence.
The minister stressed public awareness about conflict implications amid ongoing global tensions, including Ukraine.