UK Lacks Preparedness for Missile Attacks, Experts Warn Amid Looming Threat of World War III

Strategic Insights -

The UK is woefully unprepared for missile attacks, with the country lacking fixed systems to intercept incoming missiles. A security and defence expert, Professor Anthony Glees, has urged the UK government to create a guide for citizens on how to prepare for potential war scenarios, including cyber and drone attacks, and missile strikes. This follows the lead of other countries such as France, Sweden, Finland, and Norway, which have distributed booklets instructing citizens on how to safeguard themselves and their families during various horrifying scenarios.

Key Takeaways:

  • The UK lacks fixed systems to intercept incoming missiles, leaving the country woefully unprepared for missile attacks.
  • Professor Anthony Glees has urged the UK government to create a guide for citizens on how to prepare for potential war scenarios, including cyber and drone attacks, and missile strikes.
  • The proposed guide should outline possible threats, including cyber and drone attacks, and even missile strikes.
  • The UK relies on its submarine-based nuclear deterrent, but if this were to be compromised, it would be Armageddon day with no survivors.
  • Conventional attacks are more likely than nuclear strikes, and citizens should prepare by stocking up on food, bottled water, and emergency supplies.
  • Countries such as France, Sweden, Finland, and Norway have distributed booklets instructing citizens on how to safeguard themselves and their families during various horrifying scenarios.

Statistics:

  • The UK has five warships that could intercept incoming missiles, but only three are operational at any given time.
  • The proposed guide is intended to inform citizens on how to prepare for potential war scenarios, and should be a short, decently written booklet.
  • France has distributed a 20-page booklet containing 63 measures instructing citizens on how to safeguard themselves and their families.
  • Sweden distributed a 32-page booklet titled 'If Crisis or War Comes' to five million households nationwide.
  • The booklet urged households to stockpile food and water to be prepared for any impending conflict.

Sources:

  • "Professor Anthony Glees, a security and defence expert from the University of Buckingham"
  • "the goading from president Trump" (no specific source attributed)
  • "France's decision to distribute a 20-page booklet" - [1] "France distributes 20-page booklet to prepare citizens for conflict" (AP News)
  • "Sweden launched a booklet titled 'If Crisis or War Comes'" - [2] "Sweden releases 'If Crisis or War Comes' booklet to help citizens prepare for war" (The Local Sweden)
  • "Finland launched a government website" - [3] "Finland prepares for disaster with new website" (Yle News)