Janice R. Andrews
Europe has moved from a “pre-war” state to active conflict with Russia, according to Sir Richard Dearlove, the former head of MI6. Speaking on Politics Hub with Sophy Ridge on Sky News, Dearlove refuted Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk’s assertion that the world remains in a pre-war phase.
“The Russians believe they are at war with us. This isn’t a pre-war situation—it’s a real war,” Dearlove said, citing Russia’s aggressive actions across multiple European nations as evidence of the conflict.
Regarding the possibility of diplomacy with Russian President Vladimir Putin, Dearlove emphasized the need for communication. “It’s a difficult situation, but some dialogue is better than none,” he remarked, underscoring the importance of keeping diplomatic channels open despite ongoing hostilities.
Dearlove’s comments bring attention to Europe’s growing challenges in addressing Russia’s military and political strategies. His perspective adds urgency to calls for a more unified and strategic response to counter Russia’s aggression.
As tensions continue to rise, European leaders face increasing pressure to reassess their approach to security and diplomacy in light of the escalating conflict.
