UK unprepared for military attack, MPs warn
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UK Defence Under Scrutiny as New Arms Factories Planned
MPs warn the UK lacks a homeland defence plan as the government pledges new munitions factories and 1,000 jobs. Discover the strategic response to rising threats.
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.
Healey demands evidence from MoD on army recruitment
Defence Minister John Healey demands transparency from Ministry of Defence officials regarding army recruitment figures amid concerns over military readiness.
UK Defence Secretary condemns Trump's Air Force One remarks
Labour's John Healey condemns Donald Trump's controversial remarks about using Air Force One for personal legal battles, calling it an 'abuse of power' that undermines US-UK defence relations.
John Healey appointed Defence Secretary in Labour government
Veteran Labour MP John Healey takes charge of Ministry of Defence as new government begins major national security overhaul. The former shadow defence secretary brings decades of experience to the role.
Pentagon Revamps Transgender Troops Policy
The US Department of Defence implements sweeping changes to transgender service policies, raising questions about military readiness and inclusion standards across NATO allies including Britain.
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.
Russia rebuilding military faster than expected - UK warning
Shadow Defence Secretary John Healey reveals alarming intelligence about Russia's rapid military expansion and calls for urgent UK defence strategy overhaul.
British politician John Healey mugged and hospitalised in Nairobi
Shadow Defence Secretary John Healey was brutally attacked and robbed during an official visit to Kenya, sustaining serious injuries requiring hospital treatment.
Healey's tribute to Kenyan-British soldier transforms army policy
John Healey honours Private John Mbugua in emotional Commons address, pledging diversity reforms that will transform Britain's military recruitment and culture.
Mark Rutte confirmed as next NATO Secretary General
Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte becomes NATO's next Secretary General after Hungary drops opposition and receives US fighter jet assurance, while Romania's president withdraws bid.
Pentagon's War on Wrinkles: Defence Secretary's Botox Scandal
Exclusive investigation reveals US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin's alleged Botox treatments at military facilities, raising serious questions about security protocols and taxpayer-funded cosmetic procedures.
Defence Secretary's father-in-law shot at synagogue
Exclusive: Milton Shapps, 78-year-old father of Defence Secretary's wife, critically injured in brazen daylight shooting at Jewish place of worship in London.
Shapps' relative confronts terrorist in London street
Exclusive: Grant Shapps' elderly relative came face-to-face with a convicted terrorist during a chance encounter in North London, raising serious security concerns.
Pete Hegseth under fire for Native American comments
Former Fox & Friends presenter Pete Hegseth faces backlash after questioning Native American identity claims and criticising Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin's medical absence in explosive interview.
Farage's foreign policy bid slammed by Shapps
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage's declaration that he wants to lead a 'political revolution' on foreign policy has been brutally slapped down by Defence Secretary Grant Shapps, who labelled the Brexit architect an 'armchair commentator'.
Hegseth ends Pentagon women's advisory committee
Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth has disbanded a key Pentagon advisory committee focused on women's service, sparking immediate backlash from lawmakers and advocacy groups.
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.
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.
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.
Elon Musk Brutally Mocked By UK Defence Minister
Defence Secretary Grant Shapps delivers a scathing rebuke to tech billionaire Elon Musk after he criticised Western support for Ukraine, branding his comments 'foolish' in a viral social media clash.
UK's Cooper Vows Steadfast Support for Ukraine
In a major foreign policy address, Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper declares Britain's steadfast commitment to Ukraine, backing President Zelensky's peace formula and promising continued military and humanitarian aid.
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.
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.
Healey's Surprise Ukraine Visit: Pledges £10m Military Aid
In a bold first move, new Defence Secretary John Healey travels to Odessa to meet President Zelensky and commit urgent UK military support, including artillery guns and precision Brimstone missiles.
Starmer backs Mark Rutte for NATO chief role
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer throws his weight behind Dutch PM Mark Rutte to become the next NATO Secretary General, signalling a major shift in UK defence strategy ahead of potential election victory.
MPs demand terror ban for Palestine Action group
A cross-party coalition of MPs is pressuring the Home Secretary to proscribe Palestine Action as a terrorist organisation, citing escalating criminal damage and intimidation tactics against UK defence firms.
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