UK Considers Sending Troops to Ukraine for Training, Away from Frontline

Former armed forces minister James Heappey advocates for non-combat troop deployment and increased defence spending amid escalating tensions.

James Heappey suggests UK could send troops to Ukraine for training purposes, explicitly avoiding frontline areas to prevent a NATO-Russia conflict.
UK armed forces described as 'running incredibly hot', with calls for increased defence spending to 2.5% of GDP now, and 3% by 2030.
Tobias Ellwood highlights the underestimation of Vladimir Putin's power, comparing him to Stalin and emphasizing the need for UK's strategic preparedness.
UK's strategic reserves, including veterans, might be reinvigorated as part of national defense strategy, reflecting a shift towards a war-ready stance.
Government discussions underway to potentially re-establish annual training for strategic reserves, enhancing military readiness.