The British army has suffered decades of underinvestment, a defence minister has admitted, after a US general said the UK was no longer a top fighting force
The British armed forces have suffered cuts for years, with Russia's invasion of Ukraine highlighting an increased need for investment and upgraded capabilities.
Meanwhile one UK defence source said: "Bottom line... it's an entire service unable to protect the UK and our allies for a decade." It follows the news Ukrainian soldiers have arrived in the UK for Challenger 2 tank training, following the pledge to send vehicles to the war torn country.
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