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.
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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.
Global Classic Japanese Chef Knife Review 2025
Our in-depth review of the Global Classic Japanese Chef Knife. Discover if this iconic, lightweight santoku lives up to the hype for UK home cooks and professionals.
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.
UN: Defence Spending Futile Without Climate Aid
UN Secretary-General António Guterres delivers a powerful address, arguing that soaring defence budgets are a wasted effort without parallel investment in climate resilience for developing nations. He warns of a world plunging into deeper instability with
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.
China's Bold Strategy for Global Dominance Revealed
Exclusive analysis reveals how China is aggressively expanding its global influence through military, economic, and diplomatic channels, challenging Western hegemony and reshaping international power dynamics.
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 Jong Un Forge Dangerous New Military Alliance
Vladimir Putin's whirlwind tour of North Korea and Vietnam signals a seismic shift in global power dynamics, forging a new anti-Western alliance that has NATO and security experts deeply concerned.
Xi Jinping's Beijing Parade Shows China's Nuclear Might
China's latest military parade in Beijing, overseen by President Xi Jinping, displayed a formidable array of advanced nuclear missiles and cutting-edge military technology, signalling a significant shift in global defence dynamics.
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.
Xi Hosts Putin & Kim in Defiant Beijing Military Parade
In a historic display of geopolitical alignment, China's President Xi Jinping stood alongside Russian and North Korean leaders at a major military parade, sending a powerful message to the West.
Xi Hosts Putin & Kim at China's Grand Military Parade
Beijing marks the 80th anniversary of the end of WWII with a formidable show of strength. World leaders, including Putin and Kim Jong Un, attend the spectacle as China showcases its latest military hardware and asserts its global power.
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.
Houthis Claim Missile Strike on British Oil Tanker in Red Sea
Yemen's Houthi rebels escalate Red Sea crisis, claiming a direct missile hit on a UK-owned oil tanker. The attack sparks international condemnation and raises fears over global energy security.
UK Sends HMS Prince of Wales Aircraft Carrier to Japan
Defence Secretary John Healey announces the deployment of the Royal Navy's flagship aircraft carrier, HMS Prince of Wales, to Japan for a major strategic partnership, enhancing security in the Indo-Pacific region.
UK Defence Secretary's Secret South Korea Trip Revealed
Defence Secretary John Healey makes covert visit to Seoul for high-stakes security talks, signalling a potential major shift in UK defence exports and Indo-Pacific strategy.
John Kerry: Melting Arctic Ice a Global Security Threat
US Climate Envoy John Kerry issues a dire warning from the Arctic Circle, stating the rapid melting of ice is a profound global security threat that demands immediate international action.
Nations Halt US Weapons Shipments Over Trump Tariffs
Exclusive: In a dramatic move, several allied nations have suspended arms exports to the United States, retaliating against former President Donald Trump's proposed tariff threats. This marks a significant escalation in global trade tensions.
Pentagon's Hegseth Sacks DIA Director Kruse
Defence Intelligence Agency Director Jeffrey Kruse has been removed from his post by Pentagon Chief of Staff Pete Hegseth following a damning inspector general's report into 'inappropriate conduct'. The internal investigation revealed a pattern of unprofe
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.
Russia Demands Nuclear Shield Expansion Against West
A top Russian security official has issued a stark warning, calling for the expansion of the country's nuclear shield in response to what he labels 'unprecedented Western aggression'. The move signals a dangerous escalation in global tensions.
Intel Exposes North Korea's Vast Secret Military Bunker Network
Exclusive intelligence analysis uncovers a clandestine network of North Korean military bases, meticulously hidden in mountains and designed to evade detection, raising major concerns for global security.
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
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.
Healey visits Faslane naval base in defence review
Defence Secretary John Healey made his first official visit to the Faslane naval base, home to the UK's nuclear deterrent, as part of a broader strategic defence review.
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