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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.

Badenoch Leads Tory Leadership Race

Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch positions herself as the leading contender to replace Rishi Sunak amid growing Conservative Party discontent and leadership speculation.

Lucy Powell Leads Labour Deputy Leadership Race

Shadow Education Secretary Lucy Powell is positioning herself as the leading candidate in Labour's deputy leadership race, creating internal tensions as Keir Starmer's party prepares for potential 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.

US Navy Commander's Shock Resignation Rocks Pentagon

A high-ranking US Navy commander has abruptly resigned from his Pentagon post, raising serious questions about leadership stability within America's defence establishment during a period of global uncertainty.

Badenoch's Tory conference triumph steals spotlight

Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch delivered what many are calling her unofficial leadership pitch at Conservative Conference, overshadowing Rishi Sunak with a powerful vision for Britain's future.

US Navy Chief of Staff Sacked in Pentagon Purge

In a dramatic military shake-up, Navy Chief of Staff Jon Harrison has been fired by Pentagon official Pete Hegseth, raising concerns about political influence in armed forces leadership.

Japan's first female PM: Sanae Takaichi wins leadership

In a historic political breakthrough, Sanae Takaichi is poised to become Japan's first female prime minister after securing victory in the ruling Liberal Democratic Party's leadership contest, marking a transformative moment for gender equality in Japanes

Burnham's U-turn: Backs Starmer after leadership buzz

Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham makes stunning political reversal, abandoning leadership ambitions and declaring Keir Starmer 'the best person to be Prime Minister' after months of speculation.

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.

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