The Story No water, no power, no comms: the attack Britain should prepare for
Jun 4, 2025
General Sir Richard Barrons, a key voice behind the Strategic Defence Review 2025, shares his expert insights on the escalating threats Britain faces, particularly from Russia. He discusses the urgent need for military readiness against modern warfare challenges, the integration of emerging technologies, and the significance of maintaining traditional combat techniques. Barrons also highlights the implications of digital targeting networks and stresses the necessity of increased defense spending to safeguard national interests in a rapidly evolving global landscape.
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War as a Battle of Will
- War is a battle of will, not just territory, and can happen below the military threshold through disruption.
- Attacks on power, water, telecoms, and supply can break the UK's will without conventional warfare.
Build Civic Resilience
- Build resilience at home so citizens can absorb and live through disruptions like no water or power.
- Educate citizens to be prepared for bad days without relying solely on government fixes.
Digital Networked Warfare
- Future wars will connect sensors and weapons into a digital network for rapid targeting and response.
- This 'kill web' allows machine-assisted targeting and strikes in seconds, transforming warfare speed and scale.