Today the Joint Committee on the National Security Strategy launches a new inquiry on the UK’s approach to deterring Russian aggression, with a focus on imposing costs and constraints.
\r\nThe Committee will hold the first session of the new inquiry, hearing evidence from experts in Russian politics and security, including former UK Defence Attache to Moscow, John Foreman CBE.
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