Britain's £28bn Defence Black Hole Explained
The UK Ministry of Defence confronts a £28bn funding gap over four years. We examine the causes, from rising costs to new threats, and what it means for national security. Read the full analysis.
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Starmer agrees to send UK troops to Ukraine after ceasefire
Sir Keir Starmer has agreed with France and Germany to deploy a British peacekeeping force to Ukraine if a ceasefire with Russia is reached. Have your say in our poll.
UK to Send Troops to Ukraine in Ceasefire Deal
Sir Keir Starmer agrees with France and Germany to deploy a UK peacekeeping force to Ukraine post-ceasefire. MPs will vote on the plan. Have your say in our poll.
Trump Seeks Record $1.5 Trillion Defence Budget Hike
President Trump proposes an unprecedented $1.5 trillion military budget for 2027, a massive increase aimed at building a 'Dream Military' amid global tensions. Read the full analysis.
Trump rewrites Jan 6 history; UK aids US tanker seizure
The White House publishes revisionist account of Capitol riot while UK forces assist in intercepting a sanctioned Russian tanker near Scotland. Read the latest developments.
Trump rewrites Jan 6 history; UK aids US tanker seizure
The White House publishes a revisionist account of the January 6th Capitol riot. In a separate incident, UK forces assist the US in seizing a sanctioned oil tanker near Scotland. Read the full analysis.
Ukrainian vodka brand grows UK sales despite war challenges
Nemiroff, Ukraine's top spirits exporter, reports 24% UK sales growth to £6.25m despite missile attacks on supplies. CEO Yuriy Sorochynskiy vows to expand exports as business continues amid conflict.
EU's new carbon border tax impacts UK steel and cement exporters
The EU's Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) is now live, affecting UK exporters of steel and cement. Learn about the new rules, potential costs, and the UK's push for a carbon market deal.
SAS veteran warns legacy cases risk UK security
Ex-SAS soldier Robert Craft warns new Northern Ireland legacy legislation is harming recruitment and morale, leaving Britain vulnerable. Read the exclusive interview.
UK Culture's Global Boom in 2025
Despite funding cuts and industry crises, British music, TV, and film dominated the global zeitgeist in 2025. Can this creative renaissance be sustained?
UK Military Gap Year Scheme to Launch in 2026
The UK government will offer paid military gap year placements to under-25s from March 2026, aiming to recruit over 1,000 annually. Discover how this 'whole of society' defence plan works.
UK Exporters: Brexit Trade Deal Failing to Help EU Sales
The British Chambers of Commerce warns the UK-EU trade deal is a barrier, not a boost, for exporters. With 54% reporting no help, Labour is urged to make a closer EU relationship a strategic priority. Read the full analysis.
UK Steel hit by EU green tax paperwork burden
UK manufacturers face a mountain of Brexit-style paperwork on £7bn of EU exports after the government failed to secure a vital carbon tax exemption. Industry warns of a 'significant negative impact'.
Badenoch: No Hope, No Fight for UK Youth
Tory leader Kemi Badenoch rules out compulsory national service, saying young people need jobs and hope to believe in Britain. Unveils £50bn defence fund plan.
UK Builds Iron Dome Defence as Russia Threat Grows
Britain is developing a new missile defence system to protect cities from aerial attack. Senior military figures warn the UK is exposed and must prepare for modern warfare. Read the full report.
Tories Vow £50bn Defence Fund from Green Projects
Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch announces a £50 billion Sovereign Defence Fund, repurposing money from Labour's climate initiatives to bolster UK military readiness. Read the full plan.
Defence spending plans in chaos as key strategy delayed
The UK's Defence Investment Plan is delayed until 2026 amid a £2.6bn budget shortfall and the troubled Ajax programme. Read the full analysis of the military spending crisis.
UK-South Korea trade deal adds £400m, boosts car exports
The UK and South Korea have signed a new trade agreement expected to bring an extra £400m annually, focusing on cars, Scottish salmon, and Guinness. Discover the key changes for British exporters.
UK-EU defence fund talks break down over costs
UK fails to reach agreement on joining EU's €150bn SAFE defence fund. British defence firms limited to third-country participation despite post-Brexit reset efforts.
EU Proposes Deeper Defence Ties with Ukraine
The EU's defence chief has proposed a major integration of the bloc's defence industry with Ukraine, including a €1.5bn support package. Discover how this strategic shift responds to US disengagement.
UK-Indonesia £4bn maritime deal creates 1,000 jobs
Britain secures a £4 billion maritime agreement with Indonesia, creating 1,000 UK jobs in Rosyth, Bristol, and Plymouth. The deal boosts British shipbuilding and strengthens global defence ties.
Polish TNT exports fuel Gaza bombing, MP claims
Polish MP Maciej Konieczny alleges Europe's TNT shortage stems from exports to US supplying Israel. Read how this affects European defence capabilities.
UK unprepared for military attack, MPs warn
A damning report reveals Britain lacks a homeland defence plan and struggles to meet NATO obligations. Discover the urgent response and £1.5bn investment.
UK Defence Under Scrutiny as New Arms Factories Planned
MPs warn the UK lacks a homeland defence plan as the government pledges new munitions factories and 1,000 jobs. Discover the strategic response to rising threats.
Australian weapons linked to Sudan militia atrocities
Australia's defence exports to the UAE face scrutiny as reports link them to a militia accused of mass killings in Sudan. Human rights advocates demand an immediate suspension of arms sales.
Trump lifts tariffs on Australian beef imports
The Australian government welcomes the removal of US tariffs on beef and agricultural exports, a decision reversing Trump's earlier policy amid inflation concerns.
British Army's Ajax Vehicles Deemed Unfit for Deployment
Exclusive investigation reveals the British Army's flagship Ajax fighting vehicles remain unfit for frontline deployment despite £4bn investment, with ongoing vibration and noise issues endangering crew safety.
Healey demands evidence from MoD on army recruitment
Defence Minister John Healey demands transparency from Ministry of Defence officials regarding army recruitment figures amid concerns over military readiness.
Turkey's Typhoon Gambit Challenges UK Defence Strategy
Turkey's bold pursuit of British Typhoon jets reveals a sophisticated soft power strategy that could reshape geopolitical alliances and challenge UK defence priorities.
Australia's $20m Israeli arms deal before UN genocide report
Exclusive investigation reveals Australia signed a major weapons contract with Israel's largest arms manufacturer just two weeks before a UN report warning of genocide risks in Gaza, raising serious ethical questions.
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