Defence spending plans in chaos as key strategy delayed
The UK's Defence Investment Plan is delayed until 2026 amid a £2.6bn budget shortfall and the troubled Ajax programme. Read the full analysis of the military spending crisis.
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Poland to restart mine production for first time since Cold War
Poland announces plans to produce anti-personnel mines for its eastern border defence, marking a historic shift from the Ottawa Treaty. Read the full analysis.
UK-EU defence fund talks break down over costs
UK fails to reach agreement on joining EU's €150bn SAFE defence fund. British defence firms limited to third-country participation despite post-Brexit reset efforts.
EU Proposes Deeper Defence Ties with Ukraine
The EU's defence chief has proposed a major integration of the bloc's defence industry with Ukraine, including a €1.5bn support package. Discover how this strategic shift responds to US disengagement.
UK unprepared for military attack, MPs warn
A damning report reveals Britain lacks a homeland defence plan and struggles to meet NATO obligations. Discover the urgent response and £1.5bn investment.
Trump Sells F-35 Jets to Saudi Arabia Amid Concerns
President Trump agrees to sell advanced F-35 fighter jets to Saudi Arabia, sparking fears over US tech security and Middle East stability. Read the full analysis.
UK Defence Under Scrutiny as New Arms Factories Planned
MPs warn the UK lacks a homeland defence plan as the government pledges new munitions factories and 1,000 jobs. Discover the strategic response to rising threats.
US Approves F-35 Jet Sale to Saudi Arabia
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman's US visit sees landmark F-35 fighter jet deal announced, shifting Middle East military balance. Read the full analysis.
Ex-Army Colonel's Blunt Warning Over US-Saudi Pact
Retired Lt Col Daniel Davis warns a US-Saudi defence pact is a 'dangerous mistake' that could drag America into another Middle East war. Read his exclusive analysis.
Trump brokers Israel-Gaza ceasefire amid humanitarian crisis
Exclusive analysis reveals the complex diplomatic chess game behind Israel's temporary ceasefire agreement, as Trump's intervention adds new dimensions to the Gaza conflict resolution efforts.
British Army's Ajax Vehicles Deemed Unfit for Deployment
Exclusive investigation reveals the British Army's flagship Ajax fighting vehicles remain unfit for frontline deployment despite £4bn investment, with ongoing vibration and noise issues endangering crew safety.
Healey demands evidence from MoD on army recruitment
Defence Minister John Healey demands transparency from Ministry of Defence officials regarding army recruitment figures amid concerns over military readiness.
Gaza Ceasefire Collapses as Strikes Resume After Trump
Fresh violence erupts in Gaza as Israel resumes military operations after former US President Donald Trump's controversial comments derail ceasefire negotiations.
Hamas rockets hit Tel Aviv in major escalation
Hamas launches major rocket attack on Tel Aviv, marking significant escalation in ongoing conflict with Israel. Civilian casualties reported as tensions reach boiling point.
Tommy Robinson's Controversial Tel Aviv Rally Speech
English Defence League founder Tommy Robinson addresses supporters in Israel during controversial Middle East tour, sparking protests and political division.
Israel-Hamas Ceasefire Talks: Vance Meets Netanyahu
JD Vance's surprise diplomatic mission to Israel coincides with critical ceasefire negotiations that could secure hostage releases, but Hamas's response threatens to derail the fragile peace process.
UK troops sent to Israel in advisory capacity
British troops have been dispatched to Israel on a training and advisory mission as the nation prepares for potential conflict escalation with Iran. The Mirror reveals exclusive details of this strategic deployment.
Trump's Middle East Deal Faces Collapse in New Poll
Exclusive polling data suggests Donald Trump's landmark Middle East agreement is losing crucial backing, raising concerns about its long-term viability and geopolitical implications.
Trump warns Hamas of 'brutal end' as allies prepare Gaza invasion
Former President Donald Trump issues stark warning to Hamas as regional allies reportedly prepare for Gaza ground operation. Trump promises 'most brutal' conclusion to conflict if re-elected.
Starmer faces criticism over Israeli defence contracts
Sir Keir Starmer confronts criticism regarding Labour's stance on UK-Israel defence ties during his Middle East trip, as controversy surrounds the Ajax armoured vehicle contract with Israeli company Elbit Systems.
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.
Hamas Rockets Target Tel Aviv Amid Gaza Conflict Escalation
Explosive developments in the Middle East as Hamas launches rocket barrage on Tel Aviv while Israeli forces intensify Gaza operations. Regional tensions spike with Syrian border incidents reported.
Reagan's Forgotten Middle East Peace Blueprint
Decades before current conflicts, Ronald Reagan proposed a comprehensive Middle East peace plan that offered Palestinians self-government alongside Israeli security. As modern negotiations stall, experts ask: was the solution hiding in plain sight all alo
Israel: 25% of hostage bodies from Gaza show torture signs
Disturbing new evidence emerges as Israeli authorities reveal a quarter of recovered hostage bodies bore torture marks, deepening the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
Israeli strikes kill five in Gaza escalation
Fresh violence erupts in Gaza as Israeli military operations target Hamas sites, leaving five Palestinians dead and multiple wounded in Rafah. The confrontation marks another bloody chapter in the ongoing conflict.
France's defence minister makes surprise Kyiv visit
In a dramatic show of European solidarity, France's defence minister Sebastien Lecornu made an unannounced visit to Kyiv as President Macron commits to bolstering Ukraine's air defences against intensifying Russian attacks.
UK Top Official Hails Vital Australia Defence Ties
Cabinet Secretary Simon Case praises the vital AUKUS partnership during Canberra meetings, highlighting deepening UK-Australia cooperation amid growing global threats.
Estonia foils Russian sabotage plot targeting defence sites
Estonian security forces have detained suspects accused of plotting attacks on defence ministry buildings in a coordinated sabotage campaign linked to Russian intelligence operations.
Gaza Ceasefire Falters as Hamas Rejects Israeli Deal
Fragile ceasefire negotiations between Israel and Hamas face collapse as the militant group rejects Israel's latest hostage release proposal, while Donald Trump's unexpected intervention adds diplomatic complexity to the escalating Middle East crisis.
Zelensky's urgent Copenhagen plea for air defence systems
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky makes desperate appeal for Western air defence systems during Copenhagen summit as UK announces new military aid package.
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