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Trump threatens to let Russia attack delinquent NATO nations

Ex-President Donald Trump declares he would encourage Russia to attack NATO nations failing to meet defence spending targets, in a seismic speech that rocks the global order and outlines aggressive trade policies towards China.

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

Poland's Tusk: NATO must prep for 'any scenario' in Ukraine

Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk issues a stark warning to NATO allies, urging immediate and significant military investment to prepare for potential conflict, as he labels the current era the 'most critical moment since the end of World War II'.

BBC spends £4k of licence fee cash on 'behaviour' mugs

The BBC is under fire after it was revealed the corporation spent thousands of pounds of licence fee money on branded mugs urging staff to 'call out bad behaviour', sparking outrage over wasteful spending.

UN: Defence Spending Futile Without Climate Aid

UN Secretary-General António Guterres delivers a powerful address, arguing that soaring defence budgets are a wasted effort without parallel investment in climate resilience for developing nations. He warns of a world plunging into deeper instability with

Trump's NATO Threat: A Gift to Putin in Ukraine War

Exclusive analysis reveals how Donald Trump's potential return to the White House and his NATO funding ultimatum could dramatically reshape the Ukraine conflict and hand Vladimir Putin an unprecedented strategic victory.

Watchdogs condemn MOD's secret £7bn Afghan airlift spending

Spending watchdogs deliver a blistering condemnation of the Ministry of Defence's secretive and chaotic £7 billion Afghan airlift, exposed by the Daily Mail, which was approved without taxpayer knowledge or Parliamentary scrutiny.

Trump's Grand Military Parade Ambition Returns

Former President Donald Trump is reportedly planning an extravagant military parade to showcase US strength, drawing inspiration from France's Bastille Day and raising questions about its multi-million dollar price tag.

Farage in firestorm over NHS 'disgrace' comments

Nigel Farage faces a furious backlash from military chiefs and the public after suggesting the NHS is a 'disgrace' and criticising the UK's defence budget on a live Question Time leaders' special.

Trump Warns UK Faces Defeat in Major War Without US

Ex-President Donald Trump delivers a stark warning to the UK, claiming the nation would be defenceless in a major conflict without American backing. His comments come amid ongoing debates about European defence spending.

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

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

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: I'd let Russia attack NATO nations not paying

In a stunning revelation, former President Donald Trump stated he would not protect NATO countries failing to meet defence spending targets and would even 'encourage' Russian aggression against them, causing international alarm and raising serious questio

Trump and Starmer clash over NATO spending

Former US President Donald Trump and UK Labour leader Keir Starmer engage in a fiery debate over NATO defence spending, sparking political tensions as elections loom.

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.

Pentagon credit card fraud: Billions wasted

A close ally of Donald Trump has called for urgent action after revelations of widespread Pentagon credit card fraud, with billions spent at casinos and nightclubs. The scandal raises serious questions about financial oversight in the US defence departmen

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