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Klitschko: Trump presidency would end Ukraine

Kyiv mayor Vitali Klitschko issues chilling assessment that Trump presidency would mean 'end of Ukraine' as he praises Dutch PM Mark Rutte for NATO leadership credentials.

Russia bans Instagram after Meta policy change

Moscow officially blocks Instagram across Russia after Meta temporarily allows violent speech against Russian forces, marking a major escalation in the digital front of the Ukraine conflict.

Starmer's first calls: Zelensky and Biden

New Prime Minister Keir Starmer makes Ukraine support his immediate priority with calls to President Zelensky and President Biden, signalling major foreign policy shift from UK government.

UK troops get new powers to shoot down drones

British armed forces receive new authority to neutralise drone threats targeting military installations across the UK, marking a significant shift in domestic defence policy.

France's defence minister makes surprise Kyiv visit

In a dramatic show of European solidarity, France's defence minister Sebastien Lecornu made an unannounced visit to Kyiv as President Macron commits to bolstering Ukraine's air defences against intensifying Russian attacks.

Hegseth fires Navy aide in shock dismissal

Veterans Minister Pete Hegseth has abruptly terminated his senior Navy aide Jon Harrison in a surprise move that's sent shockwaves through Westminster. The sudden dismissal comes amid growing tensions within the defence ministry.

Liberal MP Hastie quits frontbench in immigration row

Shadow defence minister Andrew Hastie resigns from Peter Dutton's frontbench team, citing fundamental disagreements over the Coalition's hardline immigration stance in major blow to opposition unity.

Britain builds 'drone wall' with EU nations

Exclusive: UK military leaders engage in urgent talks with European counterparts to establish an advanced aerial defence network stretching from Norway to eastern flank nations.

UK Defence Minister's jet hit by GPS jamming attack

A Spanish Air Force plane carrying the UK's Defence Secretary, Grant Shapps, was subjected to a sophisticated GPS jamming attack near Russian territory. The incident, described as 'serious', highlights escalating electronic warfare threats to NATO flights

NATO activates new Baltic defence command led by Estonia

Estonia leads a historic NATO defence initiative, creating a new Baltic military command to counter Russian aggression. The plan establishes a brigade-sized force and pre-positions equipment, fundamentally reshaping European security architecture.

Poland, Estonia Demand NATO Action Against Russia

Tensions explode at the UN as Poland and Estonia issue a stark warning over Russia's hybrid warfare tactics in the Baltics, calling for immediate NATO reinforcement. Latest on the Ukraine conflict and Europe's security crisis.

Estonia Warns: NATO Must Prepare for Russian Conflict Within Decade

Estonia's Foreign Intelligence Chief warns Europe faces a 'window of opportunity' to prepare for a military threat from Putin's Russia. Latest analysis on NATO's eastern flank defences and the critical need for increased defence spending across the allian

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