The article critiques Labour's recent defence review, highlighting its similarity to previous government strategies and questioning its effectiveness in addressing current geopolitical threats. With rapid changes in international relations and warfare, notably from Russia and new technologies, the review faces challenges in maintaining a strong transatlantic alliance. Historical references to past leaders underscore that while strategic planning is vital, it often becomes undermined by real-world events, suggesting that continuous adaptation is required to survive in today's global climate.
Today, though, war is no longer an academic possibility. So defence policy must adapt afresh, and at pace. Labour's defence review does not always do this convincingly.
Most of the imperatives and innovations of the day revolve around resisting the threat from Russia and adapting to the new weaponry of the drone and cyber age.
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