Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 01:52pm on 03 Jun 2025,Tuesday International
The UK will invest £2bn in drones to make its army “10 times more lethal,” Defence Secretary John Healey announced as part of a sweeping strategic defence review. Prime Minister Keir Starmer said the move will make Britain “battle-ready,” with a focus on integrating drones, AI, and conventional warfare. The plan includes a drone centre, increased munitions stockpiles, new nuclear investments, and a revived home guard. The British Army’s size will rise to 76,000. Despite criticism over vague timelines for hitting 3% GDP defence spending, Starmer pledged readiness amid global threats. The review signals a post-Ukraine shift in UK defence priorities. (PC: The Guardian )
