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Trump warns Starmer over UK defence spending commitments

Former US President Donald Trump issues a stark warning to incoming PM Keir Starmer, urging the UK to meet its NATO spending commitments. Exclusive analysis on the implications for UK-US relations and national defence.

Israel's £1.60 Laser Defence Shoots Down Missiles

Israel has revolutionised missile defence with its new 'Light Shield' laser system, capable of intercepting threats for a mere £1.60 per shot—a fraction of the cost of existing Iron Dome rockets.

UK's Submarine Spending Scandal: Billions Wasted

Exclusive investigation reveals the staggering cost of Britain's submarine programme while revolutionary drone technology offers a fraction of the cost. Defence experts question spending priorities.

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 Backs Mark Rutte for NATO Leadership Role

Outgoing Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte is set to become the next NATO Secretary General after UK Defence Secretary John Healey threw Britain's decisive support behind his candidacy, solidifying his path to lead the alliance.

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.

Met Police Faces Scathing Rebuke Over Trust Crisis

Shadow Defence Secretary John Healey delivers a blistering critique of the Metropolitan Police, citing a collapse in public confidence and a series of high-profile scandals that have shattered trust in Britain's largest force.

Labour's Top Brass in Turmoil Over Party's Future

Exclusive: Labour's deputy leader Angela Rayner and shadow ministers John Healey and Andy Burnham are locked in a high-stakes battle over the party's direction, sparking fears of a major internal rift just as Keir Starmer seeks to present a united front.

UK Aims to Be Defence 'Workshop of the World'

Defence Secretary John Healey announces a major strategic shift to revitalise UK defence manufacturing, create jobs, and strengthen national resilience against global threats.

Starmer's Cabinet: Rayner and Lammy Secure Top Roles

Sir Keir Starmer unveils his first major cabinet reshuffle, appointing Angela Rayner as Housing Secretary and David Lammy as Foreign Secretary in a bold move to define his new government's priorities.

UK Troops May Deploy to Ukraine for Training Mission

Exclusive: Defence Secretary John Healey is considering a major policy shift that would see British military personnel deployed to Ukraine for a formal training mission, a significant escalation of the UK's support against Russian aggression.

Defence Secretary Calls For Mandatory National Service Return

Defence Secretary Barry Davies ignites a national debate by advocating for the return of compulsory National Service, arguing it would instil discipline, bridge social divides, and bolster UK security in an increasingly volatile world.

UK Sends HMS Prince of Wales Aircraft Carrier to Japan

Defence Secretary John Healey announces the deployment of the Royal Navy's flagship aircraft carrier, HMS Prince of Wales, to Japan for a major strategic partnership, enhancing security in the Indo-Pacific region.

Elton John's Rare Family Outing with Sons in Saint-Tropez

Sir Elton John and husband David Furnish were seen enjoying a low-key family lunch with their teenage sons, Zachary and Elijah, during their summer holiday in the French Riviera, offering a glimpse into their private family life away from the spotlight.

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

Hegseth fires top Pentagon general in shock dismissal

US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth has fired a senior Pentagon official, General Jeffrey Kruse, citing a failure to maintain 'appropriate distance' from policy matters. The unprecedented dismissal sends shockwaves through the US military establishment.

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