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MPs want police access to encrypted messages

Home Secretary faces parliamentary pressure to force Samsung, Apple and Google to provide access to encrypted messages in criminal investigations, raising privacy concerns.

RAF's Secret Cyber Warriors Join NATO Defence

Exclusive: The Royal Air Force has established a cutting-edge cyber regiment in Scotland, poised to become NATO's frontline defence against digital warfare threats targeting critical infrastructure.

Albanese: US May Seek AUKUS Changes in Review

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese confirms the US could request modifications to the AUKUS security agreement as Washington conducts its strategic review, while affirming Australia's commitment to the trilateral partnership.

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.

Noem Defies DHS, Funds Guard Jets Amid Shutdown

Republican firebrand Kristi Noem pledges state funding for National Guard aircraft operations as Department of Homeland Security funding crisis looms, setting up constitutional clash.

Chinese wind farm factory sparks UK security fears

Exclusive: Government ministers sound alarm over Chinese-owned wind turbine factory in Scotland amid espionage fears, warning green energy ambitions could compromise national security as approval decision looms.

Russian cyber attacks on NATO surge 25% in year

New intelligence shows a dramatic escalation in Russian cyber operations targeting NATO member states, with attacks increasing by a quarter as geopolitical tensions intensify across Europe.

Australia-India Forge Defence Alliance in Canberra

In a landmark meeting that signals a major strategic shift, Australian and Indian defence ministers have pledged to significantly deepen military cooperation and expand joint exercises, creating a formidable partnership in the Indo-Pacific region.

Cabinet Secretary blocked Starmer's China meeting

Exclusive: Britain's top civil servant Simon Case intervened to prevent Labour leader Keir Starmer from meeting Chinese diplomats over national security concerns, raising questions about political access to sensitive foreign officials.

Putin's Nuclear Space Weapon Threat Revealed

Russia's development of nuclear space weapons could cripple global communications and trigger catastrophic conflict, warns Defence Secretary Grant Shapps in chilling security alert.

Argentina and Paraguay sign historic defence pact

In a landmark move for South American security cooperation, Argentina and Paraguay have signed a comprehensive defence agreement allowing military forces to operate across borders during joint operations.

Florida bill permits armed protection at religious sites

Florida lawmakers advance groundbreaking legislation permitting designated personnel to carry firearms after specialised training, aiming to fortify security at churches, synagogues and mosques against rising threats.

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