UK Defence Crisis: Calls to Boost Military Spending
Amid a weakened military, Britain faces calls for a defence revival. Analysis reveals spending has slumped from 7% of GDP in 1956 to just 2% today. Can the UK rebuild its forces?
Amid a weakened military, Britain faces calls for a defence revival. Analysis reveals spending has slumped from 7% of GDP in 1956 to just 2% today. Can the UK rebuild its forces?
US and allied forces conducted major airstrikes against Islamic State targets across Syria in retaliation for a December attack that killed three Americans. Read the latest on the ongoing operation.
US and allied forces conduct major strikes against ISIS targets across Syria in retaliation for a December attack that killed three Americans. Read the latest on the ongoing operation.
The US military has conducted retaliatory airstrikes against ISIS in Syria following a deadly attack that killed American personnel. Read the latest on the ongoing operation.
A damning report by a former RAF chief reveals UK defence spending is being consumed by inefficiency, leaving the military shrinking despite budget hikes. Read the full analysis.
Analysis reveals a £28bn defence funding black hole and depleted forces as Keir Starmer proposes sending troops to Ukraine. Experts warn Britain is unprepared for modern conflict.
Asian markets mostly gained Friday, buoyed by a Wall Street defence rally after Trump's spending pledge. Focus turns to US jobs data and a key Supreme Court tariff ruling. Read the latest analysis.
Keir Starmer's historic pledge to send British forces to Ukraine faces scepticism over dwindling troop numbers and ageing equipment. We examine the UK's military readiness.
Massive protests erupt across Colombia as President Petro rallies nation against Donald Trump's interventionist threats in Venezuela and beyond. Read the full story on the escalating crisis.
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.
President Trump proposes a massive US defence spending hike to $1.5 trillion by 2027, citing global instability. The plan follows recent military actions and faces political hurdles. Read the full analysis.
The US military has intercepted and seized two oil tankers, one linked to Venezuela and another Russian-flagged, in separate international operations. Read the full details and analysis.
In a major escalation, US forces seize a Russian-flagged oil tanker between the UK and Iceland with British government backing. Analysis of the geopolitical fallout.
In a surprise military operation, US forces captured Venezuela's president, Nicolás Maduro. Explore the details of the raid, global fallout, and charges he now faces.
Colombian President Gustavo Petro warns he will return to guerrilla warfare if the US, under Donald Trump, invades. Tensions soar after Trump's 'cocaine' accusations. Read the full story.
Donald Trump warns Colombia and asserts US control over Venezuela after the capture of President Maduro. Global protests erupt as China condemns the operation.
A detailed account of the meticulously planned US operation to capture Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, involving over 150 aircraft and a Delta Force raid on Caracas.
A detailed account of the meticulously planned US military operation that captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife in Caracas. Explore the intelligence, strategy, and consequences.
President Trump announces the US will temporarily govern Venezuela following military strikes in Caracas and the capture of President Nicolás Maduro. Read the full story.
US military forces captured President Nicolás Maduro and his wife in Caracas on 3 January. Explore our video analysis of the explosive raid and its global implications.
Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro seized by elite US Delta Force in Caracas raid. He faces US trial on trafficking charges. Full story and latest updates here.
US forces have captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro after a large-scale military attack on Caracas, culminating a year of escalating strikes and tensions over drug trafficking claims. Read the full timeline.
Japan is rapidly transforming its defence posture, aiming to double annual arms spending to counter China. This historic shift raises questions about its pacifist constitution. Read the full analysis.
US Central Command confirms at least seven ISIS operatives killed and a dozen captured in Syria following retaliatory missions for a deadly December ambush that killed two American soldiers.
President Trump states US military struck a 'big facility' in Venezuela, marking a potential major escalation. Read the latest details and analysis.
President Trump claims a significant military strike in Venezuela, marking a potential major escalation in the conflict. Get the latest details and analysis on the unfolding situation.
President Donald Trump has confirmed the US targeted a major facility in Venezuela. Get the latest breaking news on this significant military escalation.
A senior US Republican defends recent military strikes in Nigeria and Syria, calling them a consistent policy to combat Islamic State extremism. Read the full analysis.
Exclusive analysis of the controversial US drone strikes in Nigeria authorised by President Trump. We examine the 'Crusader' rhetoric, the targets, and the global implications. Read the full report.
The US has pledged further action against ISIS in Nigeria following Christmas Day strikes. Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth warned militants 'more to come' after coordinated attacks with Abuja.