Analysis Section
The analysis section contains opinion on topical defence issues and reviews of media such as books, games and films, please note that these are not news articles and are purely the opinion of the author and not necessarily that of the UK Defence Journal.
Opinion
We aim to draw opinion from a wide range of sources on a wide range of topics.
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Defence Review 2024 – There will be cuts, but what’s going?
The UK's 'Global Britain' ambition is at risk, with the military facing severe cutbacks and equipment shortages leaving the nation ill-prepared for growing global conflicts.
Britain pressured as West yields to missile rhetoric
The USA and the UK should not be deterred by Putin’s increasingly deranged bluster. If anything, it should be the other way around, argues Lt. Col. Stuart Crawford.
More ‘Red Lines’ than troops: Russia’s endless warnings
"Putin’s red lines are about as firm as jelly. They exist mainly to sow doubt and fear in Western capitals, delaying military support for Ukraine."
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Media Reviews
Our reviews aim to cover defence related media from games to books.
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Harrier 809 by Rowland White – A review
Harrier 809 by Rowland White tells the story of how the public perception of the Harrier went from a novelty to an iconic symbol of British combat aviation.
Microsoft Flight Simulator – A review
Despite a launch marred by calamitous community engagement, Microsoft Flight Simulator manages to soar above and beyond expectations.
1917 – A film review
1917 depicts the horrors of trench warfare of the First World War with raw tension, terror and urgency.
Submissions Policy
These articles are the opinion of their authors and not necessarily that of the UK Defence Journal. If you would like to submit your own article on a relevant topic, please see our submission guidelines.
