France pushes 30% cap on UK parts in EU defence fund
Paris proposes a 30% ceiling on the value of British-made components in EU defence projects, a move seen as a direct challenge to UK's defence industry and a new Brexit clash.
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Australia-PNG Defence Treaty Faces Major Delay
A landmark security treaty between Australia and Papua New Guinea faces significant delays due to internal opposition in PNG, raising concerns over China's growing influence in the Pacific region.
Sydney Airport Social Media Ban & PNG Treaty Signed
Breaking news from Australia: Sydney Airport implements a controversial social media ban, PM Albanese signs a landmark treaty with Papua New Guinea, and new climate emissions data reveals critical challenges.
Admiral: Whitehall 'Blob' Sabotaging UK Defence
Exclusive: Admiral Sir Tony Radakin, the UK's Chief of the Defence Staff, delivers a devastating critique of the Whitehall establishment, branding the state as 'not working' and stifling crucial military reform with bureaucratic inertia.
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.
NATO's carbon footprint rivals entire countries
Exclusive analysis reveals NATO's staggering military emissions rival those of entire industrialised nations, raising urgent climate security questions as the alliance faces pressure to decarbonise.
AUKUS Submarines Plagued by Critical Vulnerabilities
Exclusive: A damning parliamentary report reveals the $368bn AUKUS submarine programme is plagued by severe technological and workforce risks that could leave Australia's future fleet exposed.
UK's £1.2bn AUKUS Shipyard Investment for Nuclear Subs
The UK and Australian governments commit £1.2bn to modernise Henderson Shipyard, positioning it as a cornerstone of the AUKUS nuclear submarine programme and safeguarding thousands of skilled jobs.
MoD Scraps Woke ESG Rules for Defence Firms
The Ministry of Defence axes controversial 'social value' policy that forced weapons contractors to report on climate change and modern slavery, prioritising military effectiveness over ESG targets.
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
Victoria's Historic Aboriginal Treaty Referendum Set for 2026
Victoria prepares for a landmark referendum to establish Australia's first formal Aboriginal treaty, creating a permanent Indigenous representative body and embedding 'truth-telling' in the state's political framework.
Victoria Forges Australia's First Treaty with Aboriginal Peoples
In a monumental step towards reconciliation, the Australian state of Victoria has finalised the nation's first-ever treaty with its Aboriginal peoples. This groundbreaking agreement promises to deliver self-determination, redress historical injustices, an
London Arms Fair Sparks Fiery Protests and Police Clashes
Chaos engulfed a major London defence exhibition as activists clashed with police, setting tyres alight in a dramatic protest against the global arms trade. Our photo report captures the fiery scenes and the tense standoff.
Victoria's Treaty Talks in Crisis: Premier Confronted by Protesters
Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan faces a fiery protest as Aboriginal community leaders demand urgent action on long-promised treaty negotiations, accusing the government of stalling and failing to address systemic injustices.
Victoria's Aboriginal Treaty Stalls Amid Crisis
A historic treaty between the Victorian government and the state's Aboriginal people faces unprecedented delays and opposition, sparking a major political crisis and protests.
MoD Rejects Scottish Call to Halt Nuclear Convoys
The Ministry of Defence has formally dismissed a request from Scottish Ministers to suspend the transport of nuclear defence materials, citing national security imperatives. The standoff highlights ongoing tensions in UK defence policy.
UK Teens Show Surprising Willingness to Enlist for War
A startling new study by the National Centre for Social Research uncovers a wave of patriotism among British teenagers, with a significant majority prepared to defend the UK in the event of war, signalling a major shift in youth attitudes.
UK Aims to Be Defence 'Workshop of the World'
Defence Secretary John Healey announces a major strategic shift to revitalise UK defence manufacturing, create jobs, and strengthen national resilience against global threats.
UK Launches Wartime Civilian Training Programme
Exclusive: The UK Ministry of Defence is rolling out a groundbreaking national defence training programme, 'Preparing Britain', teaching civilians essential survival skills for potential future conflicts, marking the first initiative of its kind since the
UK Plans Civilian Army: 1.2 Million to Get Wartime Training
The British government is launching a massive 'preparedness revolution', with plans to train 1.2 million civilians in essential defence and civil support roles. This marks the UK's largest mobilisation effort since the Cold War.
Pete Hegseth Considered for Defence Secretary in Trump Admin
Fox & Friends presenter Pete Hegseth is reportedly being considered for Secretary of Defence in a future Trump administration, sparking debate over his military commentary background.
Military Diversity Targets Spark Defence Readiness Fears
Exclusive: A leaked letter reveals top-level military concerns that the British Army's aggressive diversity and inclusion targets are compromising national security and undermining recruitment standards. Defence insiders warn the push for inclusivity is c
Putin and Kim Forge Strategic Pact to Challenge West
Vladimir Putin's landmark visit to North Korea results in a historic strategic partnership treaty, signalling a major shift in global alliances and raising alarms in Western capitals.
Kathmandu Paralysed by Indefinite General Strike Over Treaty
Kathmandu faces an indefinite shutdown as a crippling general strike, led by the opposition Rastriya Prajatantra Party, protests a controversial river treaty with India. Businesses are closed and transport has ceased in the Nepalese capital.
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.
Putin and Kim Sign Historic Mutual Defence Pact in Pyongyang
In a seismic shift for global security, Vladimir Putin and Kim Jong-un sign a landmark mutual defence treaty during the Russian leader's first visit to North Korea in 24 years, signalling a new anti-Western alliance.
Global Push for a Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty
Exclusive: A growing coalition of nations is backing a radical treaty to phase out fossil fuels, aiming to manage the decline of the very industry that powered the modern world. Could this be the end of the oil age?
Australia's Multi-Million Pound Indigenous Treaty Costs Exposed
Exclusive investigation uncovers the colossal taxpayer-funded bill for Australian state-level Indigenous treaties, with Victoria alone spending millions on its contentious negotiation framework.
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.
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.
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