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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.

UK Flood Crisis: 'Danger to Life' Red Alert Issued

The UK faces a severe flooding emergency with a 'danger to life' red warning for parts of Scotland. Over 300 flood alerts are in force across England, Wales, and Scotland as heavy rain and high winds batter the nation. Urgent evacuations are underway.

Amber Flood Warning: Met Office Urges Public Caution

The Met Office has escalated weather warnings to amber for parts of southern England and Wales, forecasting intense rainfall and significant flooding risks. Travel disruption and power cuts are expected.

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

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.

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.

NATO's carbon footprint rivals entire countries

Exclusive analysis reveals NATO's staggering military emissions rival those of entire industrialised nations, raising urgent climate security questions as the alliance faces pressure to decarbonise.

MoD Scraps Woke ESG Rules for Defence Firms

The Ministry of Defence axes controversial 'social value' policy that forced weapons contractors to report on climate change and modern slavery, prioritising military effectiveness over ESG targets.

Starmer's £4.7bn Defence Spending Dilemma Exposed

Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces a monumental challenge as he navigates conflicting promises to boost defence spending for Ukraine while addressing the humanitarian crisis in Gaza. This in-depth analysis examines the fiscal tightrope and political pressu

London Arms Fair Sparks Fiery Protests and Police Clashes

Chaos engulfed a major London defence exhibition as activists clashed with police, setting tyres alight in a dramatic protest against the global arms trade. Our photo report captures the fiery scenes and the tense standoff.

UK Flood Crisis: 300+ Alerts Issued Nationwide

Britain is on high alert as more than 300 flood warnings and alerts are activated across England and Wales. The Environment Agency urges immediate action with severe disruption expected from relentless rainfall.

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.

UK Teens Show Surprising Willingness to Enlist for War

A startling new study by the National Centre for Social Research uncovers a wave of patriotism among British teenagers, with a significant majority prepared to defend the UK in the event of war, signalling a major shift in youth attitudes.

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.

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

UK Plans Civilian Army: 1.2 Million to Get Wartime Training

The British government is launching a massive 'preparedness revolution', with plans to train 1.2 million civilians in essential defence and civil support roles. This marks the UK's largest mobilisation effort since the Cold War.

Son's plea for flood cash after storm death

Exclusive: A grieving son who discovered his mother's body after Storm Babet's devastating floods in Chesterfield demands urgent government action and increased investment in UK flood defences to prevent future tragedies.

Military Diversity Targets Spark Defence Readiness Fears

Exclusive: A leaked letter reveals top-level military concerns that the British Army's aggressive diversity and inclusion targets are compromising national security and undermining recruitment standards. Defence insiders warn the push for inclusivity is c

China's 'Star Wars' Laser Weapon Revealed: Blinds Pilots

Exclusive analysis of China's newly unveiled 'optical warfare' laser weapon, a disruptive system designed to blind pilots and fry electronics. How it compares to Western 'Star Wars' technology and what it means for global military balance.

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