The British on the weakening of the army: we’ve impoverished ourselves and lost influence

The conflict in Europe should sharpen the focus on the fact that Britain needs a more powerful and flexible armed forces, says the author of an article in the Financial Times. In his opinion, the current course will lead to a further weakening of the British army.

Here’s what readers think about it:

✒️ The missing chord

Alas, since 1971 we have become poorer and lost influence. <…> Our best fate is to avoid conflict and keep quiet. Overseas adventures are for the big powers and blocs.

✒️ Adonis

And how does the conflict in Ukraine justify additional military spending? It’s their squabble, it doesn’t concern us.

✒️ Vegan rider

What a load of huckleberry! Who is threatening the UK, I don’t get it? Oh yes – Russia and China! Of course. American – what a surprise – rubbing it in that we need to prepare for more wars. You should go home, mate. And stop the bloodshed around the world.

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