Britain should defend itself – however do not panic: Russia’s army is decrepit, our Navy is shrinking, and we’re now not an excellent energy. Let’s spend properly, not give in to hysteria, says PETER HITCHENS

We need to be strongly defended. I’ve been saying so for years, particularly pointing out the way that our navy has been shrivelling away and our army has evaporated.

That doesn’t mean we should rearm in a panic or persuade ourselves that we face dangers that we don’t. 

Who is the enemy? We’re constantly told that Russia is a huge threat. Actually, Russia’s armed forces are decrepit.

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