Army sergeant major killed himself after sex offence allegations, inquest hears
Warrant Officer Bill Bielby died by suicide after being accused of serious sexual offences, fearing loss of career and contact with children, an inquest heard.
Category : Defence
US Aircraft Monitor Russian-Flagged Tanker Off Ireland
A Russian-flagged tanker formerly known as Bella 1 is being monitored by US aircraft off Ireland after evading a Venezuelan blockade and changing its name.
Israeli Military Orders Gaza City Evacuation as Infant Dies in Airstrike
Israel prepares to evacuate Gaza City residents as a baby dies in an airstrike on a designated safe zone; 40 killed in latest attacks.
National Guard member dies in Washington shooting, Trump confirms
US National Guard soldier Sarah Beckstrom dies after targeted shooting near White House; suspect faces upgraded murder charge.
MoD Has Lost Track of Veterans on Recall List, Says Defence Adviser
George Robertson says MoD has lost contact with most veterans in the 95,000-strong strategic reserve, putting UK security at risk.
CIA and MI6 Uncovered Putin’s Invasion Plans but Were Dismissed by Europe and Ukraine
Exclusive account reveals how US and UK intelligence uncovered Putin's Ukraine invasion plans, but were dismissed by Europe and Zelenskyy.
Tuchel to Boost Security at England's World Cup Base to Prevent Spying
England manager Thomas Tuchel plans extra security at the World Cup base to prevent spying, following Southampton's play-off expulsion. Team psychologist also involved.
Imperial War Museum Exhibition Explores Use of Video Games in Military Training
Imperial War Museum's 'War Games' exhibition explores how video games like Call of Duty train soldiers and teach about war.
Britain’s military reliance on US ‘no longer tenable’, warns former Nato chief
Former Nato chief George Robertson warns UK military reliance on US is unsustainable, citing growing divergence and urging greater autonomy and higher defence spending.
UK may send mine-hunting drones to help reopen Strait of Hormuz, says Miliband
UK considers sending ships and mine-hunting drones to help reopen Strait of Hormuz, says Ed Miliband, as oil prices surge amid conflict.
Zelensky Visit Sends Clear Message of Support for Ukraine
Prime Minister Andy Burnham says Volodymyr Zelensky's visit sends a 'very clear message' of support for Ukraine, as he announces transfer of Stone Cloak electronic warfare technology.
Russia strikes Ukraine wheat ships as Ukraine hits oil refinery
Russia hits wheat ships in Ukraine ports; Ukraine strikes Russian oil refinery. US says Putin attack claim fake. Diplomatic efforts continue.
Starmer distances UK from Iran war as EU allies refuse to send warships
PM insists UK will not be drawn into wider Middle East conflict as Germany, Italy, and others defy US calls to send warships to Strait of Hormuz.
Fox News Challenges White House Over 'Chaotic, Weakened' Pentagon Under Hegseth
Fox News hosts grills White House over Pentagon 'chaos' amid Hegseth leaks and resignations; Waltz defends, Shaheen criticises.
Trump Claims US Military Strike on Venezuela Facility
Trump claims US forces struck a big facility in Venezuela; no details or verification provided. White House silent.
Burnham Tells Zelensky UK ‘Has Got Your Back’ in First Meeting
PM Andy Burnham meets Zelensky, pledges support, announces Stone Cloak tech, and commits to 3.5% defence spending by 2035.
Tottenham Fan Group Plans Protest After Final Match Against Everton
Tottenham fan group CFT plans protest after final match vs Everton, blaming board for relegation threat.
Hegseth reveals Iran war has cost $37.5bn so far as he asks Senate for billions more
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth tells Senate the Iran war has cost $37.5bn and requests $88bn more, facing bipartisan criticism over expense and shifting rationale.
Scots D-Day veteran given moving farewell on funeral day
Jim Glennie, the last Gordon Highlander to land on D-Day beaches, was given a 'very moving' farewell as his coffin left the Gordon Highlanders Museum before his funeral.
Germany Unveils €10 Billion Civil Defence Plan
Germany announces €10bn civil defence plan to counter Russia, including medical upgrades, vehicles, shelters, and alert networks.
First WWI Private's Victoria Cross Sells for £276,000
Pte Sidney Godley's Victoria Cross, first awarded to a private in WWI, sold for £276,000 at Spink auction. Capt Kilby's VC also sold for £240,000.
Albanese Orders Review of Intelligence Agencies After Bondi Attack
Anthony Albanese orders review of intelligence and police processes after Bondi mass shooting; critics call for royal commission.
Chinook crash families ask Burnham for fresh review
Families of 29 killed in 1994 RAF Chinook crash urge PM Andy Burnham to end 'cover-up culture' and order independent review, citing new evidence.
Trump Pauses Iran Strikes; Pentagon Reports 18 Killed
The US has paused strikes on Iran for a third night. Pentagon figures show 18 troops killed and 624 wounded since the war began. Iran also pauses retaliatory attacks.
Moscow Voices 'Extreme Concern' Over Trump's Threat to Send Tomahawk Missiles to Ukraine
Moscow expresses extreme concern as Trump threatens to send Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine if Putin doesn't end war.
MPs to Vote on Deployment of UK Troops to Ukraine, Says Starmer
Keir Starmer announces MPs will vote before any UK troops are deployed to Ukraine as peacekeepers, following a Paris summit.
Pentagon to send up to 600 military lawyers to immigration courts
Trump administration plans to deploy up to 600 military lawyers as immigration judges to speed up deportations, amid backlash over lack of experience.
Gen Z Reluctance to Fight: Britons Aged 18-27 Show Little Willingness for Military Service
Only 11% of British Gen Z would fight for country, poll finds, as military faces recruitment crisis. MPs and ex-leaders debate conscription and patriotism.
Zelensky Meets Trump in Florida for Ukraine Peace Talks Amid Russian Strikes on Kyiv
Zelensky meets Trump in Florida for peace talks after Russian strikes on Kyiv kill one and leave thousands without heating.
CIA-Linked Afghan Immigrant Suspected in Shooting of US National Guard Members
Rahmanullah Lakanwal, 29, allegedly shot two guards near White House. One victim died. Suspect had CIA ties.
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