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UK's gaps in Arctic defence leave it open to Russian attacks, committee warns
The UK has "glaring gaps" in its ability to defend the Arctic region, leaving it vulnerable to potential Russian attacks, a report by MPs has warned.
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A report from the Commons Defence Committee warns that the United Kingdom has “glaring gaps” in its ability to defend the Arctic region, leaving it open to potential Russian attacks. The committee says a shortage of Royal Navy warships and submarines is exposing the country’s critical infrastructure in the High North, including undersea cables and energy supplies. The findings highlight the vulnerability of the UK’s Arctic defence posture.
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