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Reforms target serious flaws in service justice system
The UK Ministry of Defence has launched reforms aimed at strengthening and modernizing the Service Justice System. Key initiatives include enhancing victim support and improving the handling of seriou...
Eurofighter signs deal to develop Typhoon aerodynamic kit
Eurofighter has signed a contract with NETMA to advance the development, testing, and certification of the Aerodynamic Modification Kit (AMK) for the Eurofighter Typhoon....
Activist group Palestine Action wins legal challenge against UK ban
A British High Court has overturned the UK government's designation of Palestine Action as a banned terrorist organization under anti-terrorism laws. The decision cited interference with freedom of sp...
Protected patrol vehicles: A brief survey
The article provides an overview of protected patrol vehicles (PPVs) used for various military roles. It discusses the demonstration of JLTV A2 by AM General for the UK MoD in October 2025....
'Erasing history': British Museum criticised for removing references to ‘Palestine' from exhibits
The British Museum has faced criticism for removing references to Palestine from its ancient Middle East exhibits following pressure from UK Lawyers for Israel (UKLFI). Scholars and activists condemn ...
UK should have more submarines, MPs told
Witnesses informed MPs that the UK should significantly expand its submarine force due to increasing underwater threats and decreasing barriers for hostile actors....
Australia pledges $2.7 billion to advance construction of nuclear submarine shipyard
The Australian government has committed $2.7 billion towards advancing the construction of a new nuclear submarine shipyard as part of its ambitions under the AUKUS defense pact with the United States...
Zelensky says questions remain for allies over security guarantees for Ukraine
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has indicated that there are unresolved issues regarding the level of security guarantees offered by his country's international allies. He emphasized his govern...
Zelensky says questions remain for allies over security guarantees for Ukraine
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has stated that there are lingering questions concerning the specific measures and assurances from NATO and other allies regarding Ukraine's security. He emphasi...
Western media criticism of the Jimmy Lai case verdict needs a fact check
The article discusses criticism from Western media regarding the 20-year sentence handed down to former Hong Kong media tycoon Jimmy Lai Chee-ying, emphasizing the disparity between perceived and actu...
Do the Greens Back Moscow Over Britain? Party Motion to Quit NATO Parrots Putin Propaganda
The article discusses a motion within Germany's Green party that advocates for withdrawal from NATO, alleging this stance mirrors Russian President Vladimir Putin's propaganda and undermines support f...
Crisis-hit Starmer seeks solace on the world stage
Labour Party leader Keir Starmer seeks international recognition to bolster his domestic standing amidst current political challenges. Despite allies believing global presence can strengthen him polit...
British company tests HYDRA-400 ultra heavy-lift drone
The HYDRA-400 drone, designed and manufactured by Hybrid Drones in Hampshire, UK, successfully completed its maiden flight. The aircraft is capable of lifting up to 400 kilograms and has attracted int...
MoD promises faster recruitment with job offers in 10 days
The UK Ministry of Defence (MoD) aims to reduce recruitment timelines significantly, making conditional employment offers to candidates within ten days and offering provisional training start dates wi...
Reeves urges Europe to widen joint defence procurement
Chancellor Rachel Reeves advocates for closer defense and industrial cooperation among European allies through joint procurement and enhanced interoperability. She aims to achieve better value for mon...
UK carrier drone plan moves on without catapults
The UK Ministry of Defence has altered its Royal Navy drone carrier project plans, absorbing both Project VIXEN and Project ARK ROYAL into a new Maritime Aviation Transformation Strategy....
Israel's attorney general backs 'de facto West Bank annexation' measures, report says
Israel's attorney general Gali Baharav-Miara backed the government's move to extend civil control over the occupied West Bank during a cabinet meeting, aligning with international law interpretation b...
Starmer distances himself from ex-comms chief who campaigned for sex offender
British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's former Downing Street director of communications, Matthew Doyle, has been suspended by Jeremy Corbyn-led Labour Party due to his campaign work on behalf of a convi...
Britain Plans to Double Its Troops in Norway
The United Kingdom intends to increase its troop presence in Norway by doubling current numbers as part of NATO's Eastern Flank deterrence measures....
British Commodore Jeremy: Talks on Ukraine without Russia are pointless
According to British Commodore Jeremy, negotiations regarding Ukraine's situation would be ineffective if Russia is not involved as a key stakeholder in the discussions....
Indonesia 'Ready' to Deploy Up to 8,000 Soldiers to Gaza
Indonesia has indicated its readiness to contribute up to 8,000 soldiers for peacekeeping in the Gaza Strip. This move is part of Indonesia's effort to showcase its international role beyond Southeast...
US Military Boards Sanctioned Oil Tanker in Indian Ocean After Pursuit from Caribbean
The US military boarded an oil tanker that was subject to sanctions after pursuing the vessel across a significant distance, starting from the Caribbean and ending in the Indian Ocean. The specific ac...
NATO Secretary General Addresses Trump as 'Dad'
The NATO Secretary General has addressed U.S. President Donald Trump using an affectionate term that translates roughly as 'Dad.' This form of address reflects the complex relationship between the Uni...
Starmer and Von der Leyen Discuss the Need to Make NATO More European
Labour Party leader Keir Starmer met with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen to discuss making NATO more aligned with European interests. The meeting emphasized cooperation between the...
Royal Marines fire mortars in Arctic Norway training
The Royal Marines have conducted live mortar firing exercises in northern Norway as part of preparations for an upcoming NATO exercise and to enhance the UK's role in Arctic security....
Mandelson's Ghost Flight on Oligarch Jet: Russian Billionaire Flew Ex-Labour Peer to Summit With Putin
Former UK Labour peer Lord Mandelson reportedly accepted a private jet ride from a Russian billionaire to attend a summit with Vladimir Putin in Sochi. The trip raised eyebrows over potential conflict...
‘Reduced to atoms’: The devastating 1945 Allied bombing campaign in Dresden
The article discusses the controversial bombing of Dresden by Allied forces during World War II. It emphasizes the extensive damage and loss of life caused by these air raids on this German city, lead...
Declan Rice says Arsenal must block out noise in title race
Arsenal faces pressure to close a 22-year gap since its last Premier League title win, with midfielder Declan Rice advising the team to block out external distractions as they pursue the championship....
US Embassy in NATO and Former Generals Urge Washington Not to Turn Away from Alliance
The US Embassy in NATO and former military leaders are calling on the United States not to distance itself from the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO). They emphasize the strategic importance o...
Corbyn asks Streeting why he did not resign over Israeli 'war crimes' admission
Former Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn has written to Health Secretary Wes Streeting asking why he did not resign following his admission that Israel was committing war crimes in Gaza. Corbyn requests Str...
Ease submarine skills shortages with an AUKUS visa
A new initiative suggests creating an exclusive AUKUS visa to address staffing challenges within the security partnership's Pillar One, which aims to build and operate nuclear-powered submarines. The ...
Eutelsat gets nearly 1 billion euros in French-backed ECA financing
Eutelsat has secured an export credit agency financing package worth €975 million ($1.2 billion) backed by France to aid in funding 440 replacement satellites for its OneWeb low Earth orbit broadband ...
UK Doubles Its Troop Presence in Norway
The United Kingdom has decided to double its military troop deployment in Norway as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen NATO's collective defense capabilities in the northern region....
Will Britain’s Labour Party Survive the Epstein Files?
The pressure on British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is increasing for him to step down from his position at Downing Street amid controversy related to the Epstein files....
UK defence warned against complacency on drones and AI
Defence experts have cautioned Members of Parliament (MPs) that unmanned aerial vehicles (drones) and artificial intelligence (AI) are rapidly transforming the nature of warfare. Many military establi...
UK condemns Israel’s West Bank control grab as US reiterates annexation opposition
The UK and the United States strongly condemned Israel's decision to expand its control over the occupied West Bank on February 10, 2026. The UK urged immediate reversal of Israeli actions that would ...
The Royal Navy’s New Queen Elizabeth-Class Aircraft Carriers are in Big Trouble
Britain's two Queen Elizabeth-class aircraft carriers provide significant tactical and alliance value, highlighted by HMS Prince of Wales' upcoming global deployment in 2025. However, the Royal Navy f...
UK firms pitch future technologies in first ever defence 'Dragons' Den' event
Several UK defense companies showcased their cutting-edge innovations to potential investors during an inaugural Dragons' Den-style competition organized by the Ministry of Defence....
Royal Navy outlines AI drive to speed targeting cycle
The Royal Navy is developing various initiatives focused on leveraging artificial intelligence to enhance decision-making speed and improve target engagement efficiency....
Nigel Farage makes outlandish claim of Islamists 'embedded' within UK establishment
Reform leader Nigel Farage made unfounded claims at his party's Jewish Alliance launch event that unnamed 'senior intelligence sources' reported the Muslim Brotherhood is deeply embedded in multiple s...
A New Way of Warfare Requires More Than New Tech
The author reflects on his 45-year military career and highlights from his time at the Somme battlefield tour during his Higher Command and Staff course in 2001 under Richard Holmes. The focus was ini...
Beijing slams US, UK, Australia and EU over Jimmy Lai sentencing remarks
The Chinese Foreign Ministry’s representative office in Hong Kong made formal protests against diplomatic representatives from the United States, the UK, Australia, and the European Union regarding st...
Saab, Babcock bank on Arrowhead 120 design for Sweden’s next frigate
Swedish company Saab and British firm Babcock are collaborating on the development of Arrowhead 120 design for future naval frigates in Sweden, tailored to meet specific operational needs. Saab spokes...
Free legal advice to be provided to victims of sexual offences perpetrated by military personnel for the first time
Starting spring 2026, an Independent Legal Advocacy scheme will offer free, independent legal advice to victims of rape and other sexual offenses committed by members of the military....
Pentagon awards BAE $145M counter-drone contract
The U.S. Department of Defense has awarded a maximum $145 million contract to British defense company BAE Systems for the development and delivery of Counter Unmanned Aerial System (C-UAS) weapon syst...
Trump’s US$10 billion BBC defamation suit going to trial in 2027 in Florida
A federal judge has scheduled President Donald Trump's defamation lawsuit against the BBC for trial in February 2027 in Florida. The suit, filed by Trump last year, seeks $10 billion from the BBC over...
Starmer warns Europe must end overdependence on US
Labour leader Keir Starmer has warned European leaders of the need to make difficult decisions regarding increased defence spending and rearmament to reduce reliance on the United States. He argues th...
European Debate Over Nuclear Weapons Gains Pace
The European discourse around nuclear armament intensifies as countries like France and Britain maintain their atomic arsenals, contrasting with other nations such as Germany that do not possess nucle...
Layoffs loom at the British Council as budget squeeze hits overseas programs
The British Council is facing significant budget reductions that may lead to layoffs and affect its overseas cultural and educational programs....
Humiliation as British Brigade Destroyed in NATO Wargame Simulation
A recent NATO wargame simulation resulted in the decimation of a British brigade, causing significant embarrassment and prompting discussions on readiness and defense strategies within the alliance....
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