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Starmer faces criticism over Israeli defence contracts

Sir Keir Starmer confronts criticism regarding Labour's stance on UK-Israel defence ties during his Middle East trip, as controversy surrounds the Ajax armoured vehicle contract with Israeli company Elbit Systems.

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.

South Korea deploys advanced howitzers and drones

Exclusive: South Korea bolsters its military capabilities with cutting-edge K9 howitzers and surveillance drones amid escalating tensions with North Korea, as Pyongyang continues weapons testing.

France's defence minister makes surprise Kyiv visit

In a dramatic show of European solidarity, France's defence minister Sebastien Lecornu made an unannounced visit to Kyiv as President Macron commits to bolstering Ukraine's air defences against intensifying Russian attacks.

DWP's £2.5bn benefits system facing collapse

Exclusive: Urgent Whitehall warning reveals outdated DWP computer systems handling millions of benefit claims could fail within months, threatening payments for vulnerable households across Britain.

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.

Sally Rooney supports Palestine Action in UK

Normal People author Sally Rooney has publicly endorsed Palestine Action, the direct-action group targeting Israeli defence company Elbit Systems' UK operations. The literary star's support signals growing cultural backing for the movement.

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.

Norway Signs £10bn Deal for UK-Built Warships

Norway has signed a monumental £10 billion defence agreement to acquire advanced anti-submarine warfare ships, all to be constructed in British shipyards, marking a significant boost for UK manufacturing and NATO defence capabilities.

Kim Jong Un Oversees New North Korean Missile Tests

North Korea has conducted a series of ballistic missile tests, overseen by Kim Jong Un, showcasing new weaponry and tactics designed to evade defence systems, raising alarm in the international community.

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

Activists on trial over Israeli-linked factory protest

Four activists from Palestine Action are on trial at Snaresbrook Crown Court, accused of orchestrating a major protest and causing criminal damage at an Elbit Systems factory in Tamworth, alleged to supply the Israeli military. The case highlights ongoing

Trump-Backed UK Defence Deal Seals BAE Systems' US Army Contract

Former US President Donald Trump's push for a major UK-US defence partnership culminates in a multi-billion pound contract for BAE Systems to supply next-generation amphibious vehicles to the US Army, boosting British manufacturing and jobs.

Netherlands, Sweden to send Patriots to Ukraine

The Netherlands and Sweden are preparing to supply Ukraine with advanced Patriot air defence systems, countering potential cuts in US military aid under a possible Trump presidency.

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