Former UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson has revealed in his memoirs that he considered launching an “aquatic raid” on a Dutch warehouse to seize Covid vaccines during the pandemic peak. This plan, discussed with military officials, was in response to a row over AstraZeneca vaccine exports with the EU. Lt Gen Doug Chalmers deemed the raid technically feasible but difficult to execute without detection, leading Johnson to abandon the idea as “nuts”. Elsewhere in his book, Johnson denied allegations of attending a lockdown birthday party, insisting it was a low-key event amid his recovery from Covid. He acknowledged the care of his nurses during his ICU admission, expressing gratitude for their expertise. Johnson also recalled participating in the NHS clap during his recovery, reflecting on the seriousness of his illness. These revelations offer insight into Johnson’s decision-making during the pandemic and his personal experience with the virus. Despite facing criticism for his handling of the pandemic, Johnson’s memoir provides a unique perspective on the challenges he faced as a leader during a global crisis.
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UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson reportedly discussed launching an ‘aquatic raid’ on the Netherlands to seize the Covid vaccine.
