Hey everyone! European defence is leveling up: the UK just announced it's bumping the maximum reserve call-up age from 55 to 65. 💂💪
This shift, rolling out in spring 2027, means ex-Royal Navy, Army & RAF vets (around 95,000 of them) could be tapped not just in "national danger" but even for "warlike preparations." It's part of a bigger push by France, Germany & others after Russia's moves in Ukraine, and calls from the US for Europe to step up. 🌍
General Paul Griffiths says these reforms let the UK "mobilize that talent rapidly when it matters most," syncing with what many NATO forces are doing.
And yes, some are joking it's a real-life Dad’s Army moment—like recruiting Home Guard in WWII when invasion fears ran high. 🎖️😂
What's next? With global security in flux, moves like this could reshape how countries worldwide manage defence. For us in South & Southeast Asia, it's worth watching: if Europe faces manpower crunches, we might see similar strategies or deeper regional cooperation.
Stay tuned and let us know: would you sign up if your country raised its reserve age limit? 🤔
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
