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Trump's Nuclear Testing Plan: Costly Security Gamble

Exclusive investigation reveals Donald Trump's administration considered resuming nuclear weapons testing for the first time since 1992, with potentially devastating consequences for international relations and arms control.

Trump Discussed Resuming Nuclear Weapons Testing

Former President Donald Trump reportedly discussed resuming US nuclear weapons testing during his administration, raising global security concerns and potential treaty violations.

Woking Council's £90m BAE Systems deal collapses

Exclusive: Woking Borough Council faces financial turmoil as £90 million property deal with defence giant BAE Systems falls through, threatening local services and council tax hikes.

Human Superweapon: The Mind That Protected Britain

Discover the astonishing true story of Nicholas Wright, whose extraordinary mind was weaponised during the Cold War, creating what experts called 'the greatest war weapon ever conceived' - all contained within a single human brain.

Trump's shutdown threat risks military pay

Exclusive: Former President Donald Trump urges Republican allies to trigger a government shutdown unless military funding is slashed, putting soldiers' paychecks at risk just weeks before the election.

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.

Weapons sales resume during US government shutdown

Amid a deepening political crisis in Washington, the Biden administration has authorised the controversial resumption of major weapons transfers to allied nations, raising concerns about oversight and accountability during the government shutdown.

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.

Australian PM faces crisis as RAAF intercepts Chinese jet

Australia's Prime Minister Anthony Albanese confronts a major international crisis after a Royal Australian Air Force patrol intercepted a Chinese military aircraft in contested airspace, sparking urgent diplomatic talks.

Silicon Valley's Defence Tech Gold Rush Transforms Industry

Silicon Valley is undergoing a dramatic transformation as tech entrepreneurs pivot from consumer apps to defence technology, driven by Pentagon funding and geopolitical tensions. Discover how this new 'war tech' boom is reshaping the industry.

Australia's nuclear sub workforce to quadruple

Australia embarks on a massive workforce expansion to support its nuclear-powered submarine programme, creating thousands of specialised jobs while facing significant recruitment challenges.

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.

Trump: Govt shutdown could cause nuclear crisis

Former President Donald Trump issues stark warning about nuclear security risks during potential government shutdown, claiming essential military personnel could be furloughed amid global tensions.

Ukraine Soldiers Face Extreme Hardship as Diplomacy Stalls

Exclusive frontline reports reveal Ukrainian troops enduring extreme conditions and ammunition shortages while Western allies remain divided over military support. The human cost of diplomatic delays becomes increasingly devastating.

US Navy Commander's Shock Resignation Rocks Pentagon

A high-ranking US Navy commander has abruptly resigned from his Pentagon post, raising serious questions about leadership stability within America's defence establishment during a period of global uncertainty.

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.

Indonesia cancels Chinese fighter jet deal

Indonesia has abruptly terminated its $8 billion agreement to purchase Chinese Chengdu J-10 fighter jets, marking a significant pivot in defence strategy and raising questions about regional military alliances.

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