Admiral Sir Tony Radakin, the UK’s chief of defence staff, is advocating for greater military funding, stating that defense spending should rise from 2.3% to 2.5% of national income. While Treasury minister Darren Jones hints at this increase, he emphasizes the lack of a timeline until a strategic defence review is completed next spring. The review, led by George Robertson, is assessing military capabilities amid escalating threats, particularly following Russia’s ongoing invasion of Ukraine. Radakin warns of significant casualties in Ukraine, revealing the urgent need for enhanced UK military support during these unstable geopolitical times.