UK announces new defence intelligence unit amid rising war fears
Armed forces minister warns Britain must prepare independently: New counter-intelligence unit reflects growing European security concerns
The British government has announced the creation of a new defence counter-intelligence unit amid growing concerns that the threat of war is drawing closer to Europe. 24NewsHD TV channel reported on Sunday.
According to the channel report, Britain’s Minister for the Armed Forces, Colonel Scott Carns, warned that the United Kingdom must be fully prepared for future conflict and reduce its dependence on the United States for national defence.
Speaking on the evolving security landscape, he said Britain had already begun large-scale military preparations.
Carns stressed that the changing nature of global threats requires European nations to strengthen their own defence capabilities.
He urged NATO member states to increase defence spending and accelerate preparations to ensure collective security.
The announcement of the new counter-intelligence unit is being viewed as a significant step in bolstering Britain’s internal security and military resilience.
Officials say the move reflects growing concerns over regional instability and emerging threats to Europe’s security architecture.
The developments come as NATO countries reassess their defence strategies amid rising geopolitical tensions and calls for greater self-reliance within the alliance.