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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.

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.

Yemen's Houthi PM 'Missing' After Israeli Airstrike

Yemen's Houthi authorities report their Prime Minister, Abdel-Aziz bin Habtour, as missing after an airstrike obliterates a building in western Hudaydah. The attack, widely attributed to Israel, escalates tensions in the region amidst the ongoing Gaza con

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.

Humza Yousaf's In-Laws Trapped in Gaza During Bombing

Scotland's First Minister Humza Yousaf reveals his in-laws are trapped in Gaza amidst Israeli airstrikes. His wife's parents, visiting from Dundee, are caught in the conflict as borders remain closed.

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.

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.

Bondi Vet Nurse to Israeli Deputy FM: Haskel's Journey

The remarkable political transformation of Sharren Haskel, who traded her scrubs for a seat in the Knesset, and her ongoing, complex preoccupation with Australian affairs from her powerful new role in Jerusalem.

UK 'Not Ready for War' with Russia, Warns Shapps

Exclusive: Defence Secretary Grant Shapps delivers a stark warning that Britain's military resilience is dangerously low, lacking the 'whole-of-nation' readiness needed to counter a potential Russian threat. A new review calls for urgent, sweeping reforms

Israel Mobilises 60,000 Troops for Gaza Operation

In a major escalation, Israel's Defence Minister greenlights a strategic plan to seize Gaza, calling up 60,000 reservists. This decisive move signals a potential large-scale ground operation as the nation prepares for a protracted conflict.

Royal Navy's £1bn 'Lame Duck' Destroyer Sidelined

The Royal Navy's state-of-the-art £1 billion Type 45 destroyer HMS Diamond has been declared non-operational, with critical engine defects preventing its deployment to assist Ukraine. Defence sources reveal the vessel, plagued by power failures, is stuck

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.

UK Minister: Netanyahu 'Lost Control' in Gaza

UK Defence Minister Grant Shapps accuses Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu of losing control over the Gaza conflict, sparking international concern over escalating violence.

UK pledges 2.5% GDP defence spending by 2030

The British government has pledged to increase defence spending to 2.5% of GDP by 2030, ensuring the nation is prepared for escalating global security challenges.

RAF to resume combat missions in Middle East

The Royal Air Force is set to recommence combat operations in Iraq and Syria following a directive from Defence Secretary John Healey, marking a pivotal change in UK defence strategy.

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