Former MI6 Chief Sir Alex Younger Discusses Global Security Threats
The Independent republishes podcast episode featuring insights on Russia, NATO, and shifting alliances.
L'essentiel
- Former MI6 chief Sir Alex Younger, in a republished podcast from April 2025, warns Britain must rearm to counter Russian threats and destabilizing leaders like Putin and Trump.
- Rachel Ellehuus discuss NATO's future and Europe's resolve against Russia, noting Trump's impact on European security.
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The Independent is republishing a podcast episode recorded in April 2025, featuring former MI6 chief Sir Alex Younger and Dr. Rachel Ellehuus, to address the death of Sir Alex Younger. The discussion focuses on the evolving global security landscape, particularly concerning Russia and NATO.
On the news of the death of Sir Alex Younger The Independent is re-publishing its World of Trouble podcast with the former head of MI6, recorded in April 2025.
Join us as world affairs editor Sam Kiley sits down with former MI6 chief Sir Alex Younger and Dr Rachel Ellehuus, director-general of The Royal United Services Institute (Rusi) and former Pentagon official, to explore the shifting global security landscape.
In this episode of World of Trouble, The Independent’s new expert-led discussion series, our panel unpacks the fast-changing global security landscape in a discussion entitled Shifting Alliances.
They delve into the strategic importance of Russia’s actions in Ukraine, Nato’s future, and whether Europe has the strength and resolve to face the Russian challenge.
During the panel, former MI6 chief Sir Alex warned Britain must rearm and rebuild its reserves – potentially through national service – to face the growing threat from Russia and the destabilising influence of leaders like Putin and Trump.
Alongside Dr Ellehuus, he highlighted how Trump’s shift in US strategic priorities has shaken European security, emboldened Putin, and increased unconventional Russian attacks across Europe.
Questions ouvertes
- What specific rearmament plans does Britain have?
- What are the potential consequences of increased unconventional Russian attacks?
- How will NATO adapt to the shifting strategic priorities?
- What is the long-term outlook for European security?
