Russian invasion of Ukraine compared to run-up to Second World War, says armed forces minister

Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and threats to the UK and its allies are compared to the lead-up to World War Two by the armed forces minister. Al Carns warns of daily threats in the North Atlantic, the Arctic, and cyber attacks, as well as the spread of fake news designed to divide societies. He sees similarities between today’s challenges and the global landscape before the Second World War. Ukraine is on the frontline of defense in Europe, while the UK faces threats from Russia in various forms, including cyberspace and influence campaigns aimed at creating division.

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