Ministers must be honest about Russian threat to UK, says former Foreign Office head
Summary
A former top British security adviser warned that Russia poses a strong and immediate threat to the UK, especially through cyber-attacks on critical systems like banking and energy. He called on the government to be open with the public about these dangers and invest more in defending key infrastructure.Key Facts
- Peter Ricketts, former head of the UK Foreign Office, says Russia’s “hybrid attacks” are increasing in danger.
- These attacks could target essential services such as banking, energy, and water supplies.
- Other UK security leaders, including MI5’s head and the British Army chief, made similar warnings this week.
- MI5 is dedicating more resources to counter threats from Russia than during the Cold War.
- The British Army chief says there may soon be a need for soldiers to fight in a war due to global risks.
- The US has recently paused some sanctions on Russia, and President Donald Trump suggested Ukraine needs new leadership.
- Ukraine’s President Zelenskyy criticized the US move and said strong leadership is needed.
- Ricketts urges the UK government to spend more on protecting critical infrastructure and be honest with the public about the risks.
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