A continent rich in power, poor in readiness.

A new French report warns that Europe would falter if war with Russia broke out today. The continent would struggle to mobilise troops and weapons, needing at least five more years to be battle-ready.

Key findings:

- 20 of 30 European NATO members have fewer than 15,000 professional troops

- Ammunition stockpiles are critically low

- Missile production capabilities are “dire”

- Despite rising defence budgets, production capacity has barely improved