Europe Hardens Stance Against Trump's Greenland Threat
Europe responds to Trump's threat to take Greenland by force; leaders back Danish sovereignty but face dilemma over US dependence.
Category : Defence
Civilians Flee on Foot as Syrian Military Offensive Looms East of Aleppo
Civilians flee on foot as Syrian military offensive looms east of Aleppo amid accusations SDF blocks evacuation
UK Government Warns of Potential Attack on British Soil in New Security Strategy
Britain must prepare for possible attack on its soil, government warns in security review, citing Russia and Iran threats.
SAS Veteran Warns Legacy Cases May Endanger UK Security
An SAS veteran warns that pursuing legacy cases against special forces could risk UK security due to recruitment and retention issues.
Canada issues apology over military sexual misconduct crisis
Canada's defence minister and top military officer apologise for sexual misconduct crisis, with over 11 senior leaders removed and nearly 19,000 claims filed.
US Drug Boat Campaign Faces Legal Scrutiny After Survivors Killed
US military's second strike on Venezuelan drug boat survivors sparks outrage; Congress investigates legality of entire campaign.
Putin Warns Russia ‘Ready for War’ as US Peace Talks Fail to Make Progress
Putin warns Russia ready for war if Europe starts; US peace talks in Moscow end without progress towards Ukraine resolution.
Defence Spending Boosts BAE and Rolls-Royce Outlooks
BAE Systems and Rolls-Royce upgraded their full-year guidance after strong first-half results, with Rolls-Royce forecasting 2026 profits up to £4.9bn and BAE predicting 10-12% earnings growth.
Poland PM Updates on Russian Missile Entering NATO Airspace
NATO scrambled fighter jets after reports of a Russian missile entering Polish airspace. PM Donald Tusk issued a major update.
Drone strikes ignite massive fires in Russian logistics hubs
Ukrainian drones strike deep inside Russia, igniting major fires at a Wildberries sorting centre in Penza and other sites, with over 250 drones intercepted overnight.
Russian Missile Leaves 33ft Crater in Polish Field
A Russian cruise missile left a 33-foot-wide crater in Poland, Ukraine's foreign minister said, as Polish authorities investigate the debris near Tarnawa-Kolonia.
Streeting: 3% defence pledge without plan could cost UK dearly
Wes Streeting warned that committing to 3% of GDP on defence by 2030 without a funding plan could lead to Britain paying a heavy price, as PM Burnham prepares to announce nuclear submarine investment.
Air France flight diverted to Canada over Ebola entry denial
Air France flight to Detroit diverted to Montreal after a passenger from DR Congo boarded despite Ebola entry restrictions. US officials acted to prevent landing.
Trump nominee for Southern Command pressed on Latin America operations
A US Marine general faced questions over expanded Latin America military operations and the NSA nominee's stance on surveillance.
Balancing UK’s welfare and defence spending ‘not zero-sum game’, minister says
Treasury minister James Murray says welfare and defence spending are not a zero-sum game, rebutting Lord Robertson’s call to prioritise defence over welfare.
Maga Media Figures Back Trump’s Venezuela Operation Despite Past Anti-Intervention Stance
Maga media figures support Trump’s Venezuela operation despite previous anti-intervention promises, with some dissent over hypocrisy.
US military kills 11 in latest Caribbean drug boat strikes
US forces kill 11 in strikes on alleged drug boats in Caribbean and Pacific, as campaign against narco-traffickers continues.
Russia-Belarus War Games Spark European Security Concerns
Russia-Belarus Zapad-2025 drills raise European security fears as US officials attend, highlighting tensions with Nato and concerns over Trump's stance on Moscow.
Pete Hegseth Confirmed as US Defence Secretary in Tie-Breaking Vote
Pete Hegseth confirmed as US defence secretary after Senate tie-break, amid allegations of sexual assault and alcohol abuse.
US launches heavy strikes on Iran after Trump vow
The US has carried out heavy strikes on Iran, hitting dozens of military sites, after President Trump vowed to retaliate for attacks on US bases.
US army puts troops on standby for possible Minnesota deployment
US army readies 1,500 troops for possible deployment to Minnesota amid protests over ICE killing and deportation crackdown.
UK divers on standby for mine-clearing operations in Strait of Hormuz
UK divers prepare for mine-clearing in Strait of Hormuz; MoD confirms readiness amid ongoing ceasefire and tensions.
Ukraine Faces Widespread Power Cuts After Russian Strikes Decimate Generating Capacity
Ukraine suffers widespread power cuts after Russian attacks reduce generating capacity to zero, killing seven and targeting nuclear substations.
Putin Suggests Ukraine War ‘Coming to an End’ Amid Doubts Over Victory
Vladimir Putin suggests Ukraine war may be ending, with drone strikes, casualties, and US distraction casting doubt on Russian victory.
Afghan soldiers who fought for Britain left at Taliban's mercy
A report reveals hundreds of Afghan soldiers who fought alongside British troops were wrongly denied safe passage to the UK, with 884 cases overturned.
Severe thunderstorms and tornado threat for US midwestern states
Severe thunderstorms and tornado threat for US midwestern states; 26 million under watches. NWS warns of large hail. Wisconsin declares emergency.
Johnson Calls For Immediate Deployment of Non-Combat Troops to Ukraine
Boris Johnson calls for immediate deployment of non-combat UK troops to Ukraine, arguing Western delays embolden Putin. MoD states troops only after ceasefire.
Mexico vows to tighten security after fatal shooting at Teotihuacan pyramids
Mexico boosts security at tourist sites after a shooting at Teotihuacan pyramids kills a Canadian tourist, weeks before the World Cup.
Trump's Venezuela Operation Tests Congressional War Powers
Donald Trump's arrest of Nicolás Maduro without prior congressional notification challenges the 1973 War Powers Resolution and executive limits.
Putin’s Partial Mobilisation Raises Stakes in Ukraine War
Putin announces partial military mobilisation, escalating Ukraine war with anti-Western rhetoric and nuclear threats.
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