UK MPs Warn of Glaring Arctic Defence Gaps Exposing Critical Infrastructure to Russia
A parliamentary defence committee in the United Kingdom has warned that shortages of Royal Navy warships and submarines are leaving the country exposed in the Arctic and High North. The report says the gaps could put undersea cables, energy supplies and Atlantic supply routes at risk in the event of a conflict. It argues that Russia could use the region to threaten UK critical infrastructure and wider Nato sea lanes.The Commons Defence Committee said the UK has "glaring gaps" in its ability to defend the Arctic region. It said there is a "shockingly low availability" of submarines and a temporary... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 22 Oct 2026 03:32 LONDON
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