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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.

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.

Mali's Prime Minister Resigns Amid Crisis

Mali's Prime Minister Choguel Kokalla Maïga has stepped down, marking a pivotal moment in the nation's ongoing political crisis. Discover the implications and future steps.

Labour MP resigns over rent hike crisis

Labour MP Rushanara Ali steps down as shadow homelessness minister, citing the party's failure to oppose government policies exacerbating the housing crisis.

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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