The new UK defense strategy for 2023 (Integrated Review Refresh 2023; IR23) lists countering the “Russian threat” as a priority. corresponding Press release Published on the British government website.
It is noted that IR23 is necessary to combat emerging geopolitical threats “from Russia’s illegal occupation of Ukraine to China’s economic pressure”.
The report lists various threats that need to be addressed as a priority.
“First and foremost is to counter the fundamental risk posed by Russia to European security,” the document says.
Formerly The Times newspaper knowledgeableHe said the British Security Service (MI5) would offer assistance to the country’s businesses in the fight against spies from Russia and China.
Currently, a special operation of the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation is underway in Ukraine. On February 24, 2022, Russian President Vladimir Putin announced the launch. According to him, the purpose of military action is to demilitarize the neighboring country and to navy the authorities.