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"The UK faces emerging capability gaps in several critical military sectors, at a time when the UK must prepare for war with Russia. The study showing increased defence expenditure among European nations highlights the need for the UK to remain vigilant, encouraging military officials and analysts to carefully consider the competitive landscape."

"The report highlights critical capability gaps in armoured vehicle replacement programmes, modern warship deployment, ground-based air defence, and long-range strike systems, raising questions about how these gaps could impact the UK's ability to respond to specific threats and what strategic risks they pose to national security."

"Even if the British government accelerates its target to reach 3% of GDP defence spending - estimated at around £113 billion - the UK may still trail Germany's projected expenditure level, highlighting the need to assess whether current spending levels are sufficient for strategic objectives."

The International Institute for Strategic Studies warns that the UK is struggling to keep pace with Europe's rapid defence build-up and faces emerging capability gaps in critical military sectors. Germany's defence spending has grown significantly since 2024, accounting for approximately 25% of European defence growth and projected to reach 3.05% of GDP by 2029. Even if the UK accelerates its target to 3% of GDP spending (approximately £113 billion), it may still trail Germany's projected expenditure. The report identifies critical gaps in armoured vehicle replacement programmes, modern warship deployment, ground-based air defence, and long-range strike systems. Military planners warn these capability gaps could significantly impair the UK's ability to sustain high-intensity conflict operations, posing strategic risks to national security.

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