Ukraine Doubled Its Missile Range in 4 Years, Australia Is Being Warned to Adapt Just as Quickly
A retired major general pointed to Ukraine’s rapid battlefield innovation as a wake up call for Australian defence capabilities.
TL;DR
- Australia's geographic isolation no longer ensures security from conflict.
- Retired Major General Mick Ryan delivered this warning at the Reveille 2026 defence investment conference.
- Modern warfare is characterized by the 'three As': autonomous systems, artificial intelligence, and adaptation.
- Ukraine's BRAVE1 platform exemplifies the rapid development of new weapons through collaboration.
- There is a need for Australia to adapt to the speed of modern warfare.