France pushes 30% cap on UK parts in EU defence fund
Paris proposes a 30% ceiling on the value of British-made components in EU defence projects, a move seen as a direct challenge to UK's defence industry and a new Brexit clash.
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SAS Veterans Arrested in Afghan Murder Investigation
Two decorated SAS veterans have been apprehended by Ministry of Defence police on suspicion of murder, following a years-long investigation into the death of an Afghan man during a 2011 raid. The case, now with the Crown Prosecution Service, threatens to
Putin's Top TV Attack Dog Turns on Russian Military Over War
Vladimir Solovyov, a key Kremlin propagandist, has launched an extraordinary on-air tirade against Russia's Defence Ministry, blaming military leaders for the nation's battlefield failures in Ukraine and warning of dire consequences.
Admiral: Whitehall 'Blob' Sabotaging UK Defence
Exclusive: Admiral Sir Tony Radakin, the UK's Chief of the Defence Staff, delivers a devastating critique of the Whitehall establishment, branding the state as 'not working' and stifling crucial military reform with bureaucratic inertia.
Ex-Military Chief: Bureaucracy Delaying MOD Reform
A former head of the British Army, General Lord Dannatt, delivers a scathing critique, warning that remote meetings and bureaucratic inertia are dangerously delaying the Ministry of Defence's modernisation and preparedness.
UK's £1.2bn AUKUS Shipyard Investment for Nuclear Subs
The UK and Australian governments commit £1.2bn to modernise Henderson Shipyard, positioning it as a cornerstone of the AUKUS nuclear submarine programme and safeguarding thousands of skilled jobs.
SAS Faces High Court Over Alleged Afghanistan Killings Cover-Up
A landmark High Court case accuses the Ministry of Defence of a 'wall of silence' over alleged unlawful killings by SAS soldiers in Afghanistan. The families demand justice and a full public inquiry.
Chinook disaster families launch court bid for new probe
Relatives of the 29 victims killed in the 1994 RAF Chinook helicopter crash on the Mull of Kintyre are taking the Ministry of Defence to court in a historic bid to overturn the controversial pilot negligence ruling and force a full, independent inquiry.
Army Officer, 28, Found Dead at Sandhurst
The Ministry of Defence confirms the heartbreaking death of Captain Jonathan Lewis, a promising young officer, at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst. The inquest hears he had been struggling with the immense pressures of service.
MoD Rejects Scottish Call to Halt Nuclear Convoys
The Ministry of Defence has formally dismissed a request from Scottish Ministers to suspend the transport of nuclear defence materials, citing national security imperatives. The standoff highlights ongoing tensions in UK defence policy.
Royal Marines Use Assault Course Water Tanks for Baptisms
In a remarkable display of faith and military tradition, Royal Marines chaplains are now performing baptism ceremonies for commandos using the water tanks from the gruelling 'Bottom Field' assault course at the Commando Training Centre in Lympstone.
UK Launches Wartime Civilian Training Programme
Exclusive: The UK Ministry of Defence is rolling out a groundbreaking national defence training programme, 'Preparing Britain', teaching civilians essential survival skills for potential future conflicts, marking the first initiative of its kind since the
40 Arrested as Protesters Storm London MoD Building
Forty activists from Palestine Action were arrested after scaling and occupying the roof of the Ministry of Defence building in London, demanding an end to UK arms sales to Israel.
MoD Data Breach Exposes Afghan Interpreter Emails
A severe data breach by the UK Ministry of Defence has compromised the email addresses of dozens of Afghan interpreters awaiting relocation, potentially endangering lives and revealing a critical security failure.
MoD Afghan Relocation Schemes Failed Thousands, Watchdog Finds
A damning National Audit Office report reveals the Ministry of Defence's Afghan relocation schemes were plagued by delays, opaque decision-making, and a failure to assist thousands who supported UK forces.
Watchdogs condemn MOD's secret £7bn Afghan airlift spending
Spending watchdogs deliver a blistering condemnation of the Ministry of Defence's secretive and chaotic £7 billion Afghan airlift, exposed by the Daily Mail, which was approved without taxpayer knowledge or Parliamentary scrutiny.
Finland admits Air Force swastika emblems are inappropriate
The Finnish Defence Ministry has conceded that the continued use of the swastika on Air Force flags and emblems is likely unsuitable in the modern era, despite its pre-Nazi origins in the country's military history.
Norwegian Warship Collides with Royal Navy Frigate in Glasgow
A major incident occurred at a Scottish shipyard as a Norwegian frigate collided with the UK's HMS Argyll, causing significant damage during a scheduled visit. The MoD has launched an investigation.
MP Johnny Mercer Sues MoD Over Military Hearing Loss
Tory MP and former Army Captain Johnny Mercer launches legal action against the Ministry of Defence, claiming negligence over hearing damage sustained during his service in Afghanistan.
British Military Deploys AI to Stop Sensitive Data Leaks
The British Ministry of Defence is rolling out a groundbreaking AI-powered security system designed to proactively hunt for and lock down highly sensitive military documents, in a major escalation of its cyber defence strategy.
Inmate's TikTok tour exposes 'cushy' luxury in UK prison cell
A prisoner at HMP Ashfield has sparked outrage by bragging about his cell's luxury amenities, including a flat-screen TV, gaming console, and well-stocked fridge, in a viral TikTok video that questions the state of the UK's prison system.
Killer Ex-BA Pilot Robert Brown Denied Parole
Ex-British Airways pilot Robert Brown has been denied parole for the brutal 2010 murder of his wife Joanna Simpson. The Ministry of Justice has blocked his release following a campaign led by victim's family and MPs.
Journalist killed in strike on Gaza hospital
A deadly strike on a Gaza hospital has claimed the life of a journalist and injured others, as the Israel-Hamas war escalates. The incident raises grave concerns about press safety and civilian casualties.
MoD Worker Sues Colleagues Over 'Good Luck' Card
A Ministry of Defence civil servant is taking six colleagues to an employment tribunal, alleging a farewell card signed with messages like 'good luck' and 'all the best' was a calculated act of bullying and harassment in a case that could redefine workpla
Army stunt rider sues MoD over career-ending crash injuries
A decorated British Army motorcyclist is taking the Ministry of Defence to court, alleging catastrophic safety failures during a display rehearsal left him with life-altering injuries and chronic pain, ending his military career.
Pentagon's Hegseth Sacks DIA Director Kruse
Defence Intelligence Agency Director Jeffrey Kruse has been removed from his post by Pentagon Chief of Staff Pete Hegseth following a damning inspector general's report into 'inappropriate conduct'. The internal investigation revealed a pattern of unprofe
CPS probes Tory YouTube channel over prison filming
The Crown Prosecution Service has initiated a criminal investigation into a Conservative-linked YouTube channel for allegedly filming inside HMP Peterborough without authorisation, following a complaint from the Ministry of Justice.
UK to pay £2.9m for Kenya wildfire started by troops
The UK government has agreed to pay millions in compensation to Kenyan victims after British Army training exercises ignited devastating wildfires that destroyed homes and livelihoods.
Drone Attack Sets Moscow's Red Square Area Ablaze
Exclusive report on the audacious drone strike that set Moscow's skies ablaze, targeting the heart of Russian military power just steps from the Kremlin. Details on the attack, the official response, and its implications for the Ukraine conflict.
MoD Leaked Afghan Interpreters' Data 49 Times
Exclusive: A damning investigation reveals the Ministry of Defence has repeatedly compromised the safety of Afghan allies, with sensitive data leaked nearly 50 times in four years, sparking fury and demands for accountability.
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