Japan to Deploy Missiles to Island Near Taiwan by 2031
Japan plans to deploy surface-to-air missiles to Yonaguni island near Taiwan by 2031, escalating tensions with China over Taiwan and regional security.
Category : Defence
Four dead after Russia hits Ukraine with drones and missiles in ‘brutal’ attack
Four killed, including a 12-year-old girl, in Russia's massive 12-hour drone and missile attack on Ukraine; Zelensky vows retaliation.
White House confirms second strike on drug boat survivors amid war crime allegations
White House confirms second strike on alleged drug boat survivors, raising war crime claims.
Japan Approves Record Defence Budget Amid Regional Tensions
Japan's PM Shinzo Abe approves record defence budget amid territorial disputes with China and North Korea threats, including coastguard and missile defence upgrades.
Missile And Interceptor Stockpiles Could Decide Middle East War
Analysts say the Middle East war's outcome hinges on Iran's missile stocks vs US/Israeli/Gulf air defence munitions.
Democrats Urge Trump to Block Chinese Cars Ahead of Xi Summit
Over 70 House Democrats urge Trump to ban Chinese cars ahead of Xi summit, citing national security and industry concerns.
Reeves condemns Trump’s Iran war as ‘folly’ as defence review co-author slams Starmer
Rachel Reeves calls Trump’s Iran war ‘folly’ while defence review co-author Fiona Hill criticises Starmer’s lack of urgency in defence planning.
Two West Virginia National Guard Members Critically Wounded in Shooting Near White House
Two members of the West Virginia National Guard critically wounded in a targeted shooting near the White House; Afghan refugee suspect in custody.
Mother accuses army of empty promises after daughter's suicide following sexual assault
Mother of gunner who died by suicide after sexual assault says army's promises of change are empty and too slow.
French Navy Intercepts Russian Oil Tanker Grinch in Mediterranean
French navy intercepts Russian shadow fleet tanker Grinch in Mediterranean, suspecting sanctions violations; Macron and Zelenskyy respond.
Ukrainian forces take Russian positions using only robots, Zelensky says
Ukraine used only robots to retake territory and force Russian surrender, Zelensky says; Germany agrees drone production deal.
Russian missile strike kills seven in Odesa port attack
Russian missile attack on Odesa port kills seven, injures 15; EU loans €90bn; US intelligence says Putin aims to capture all Ukraine.
Nato chief likens Trump's criticism of European allies to 'a family argument'
Nato Secretary General Mark Rutte defends Donald Trump's criticism of European allies as a family argument and insists Trump remains committed to the alliance.
UK 'sons and daughters' must be ready for war, warns top general
UK top general warns sons and daughters must be ready for war amid call for national preparedness.
Putin’s ‘hidden hand’ behind Iran’s drone tactics, UK defence secretary says
UK defence secretary says Putin's 'hidden hand' behind Iran's drone tactics, as drones strike Erbil base and Iran vows to continue attacks.
Met Office Issues Rare Amber Extreme Heat Warning for Parts of England and Wales
Met Office issues rare amber extreme heat warning for southern England and Wales, with temperatures expected to reach 34C early next week.
Trump overturns Biden decision, moves Space Command to Alabama
Donald Trump announces US Space Command headquarters will relocate to Huntsville, Alabama, reversing Joe Biden's decision to keep it in Colorado.
Zelensky meets PM Burnham at UK naval base Monday
Volodymyr Zelensky will become the first world leader to meet Andy Burnham as PM, discussing Stone Cloak jammers and UK support for Ukraine.
Burnham and Healey Face Defence Spending Dilemma
New PM refuses to commit to Starmer's £80bn defence target; Healey faces personal and political dilemma as think-tank warns of trade-offs with schools and justice budgets.
UK Breaks 80-Year April Heat Record, Outpaces Ibiza and Rome
UK records hottest April day in 80 years at 26.5°C in London, surpassing Ibiza and Rome, but cool change expected.
Defence Investment Delay Damages UK Credibility, MPs Warn
MPs criticise delay to defence investment plan, citing damaged credibility. All five Astute submarines reportedly docked. Lammy defends spending commitment.
US Seizes Survivors of Strike on Narco-Sub in Caribbean
US military seizes survivors of strike on suspected drug submarine in Caribbean, first such case under Trump's anti-cartel campaign.
UK issues Arctic warning to Russia amid Nato security push
UK Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper warns Russia over Arctic security, calling for Nato to bolster defences as tensions mount in the region.
Marine Corps live-fire mishap over California freeway sparks safety concerns
A live 155mm shell prematurely exploded during a Marine Corps demonstration over Interstate 5, raining shrapnel on highway patrol and JD Vance's security detail.
US Funds Upgrade of Cyprus Military Bases for Humanitarian Role
US funds upgrade of Cyprus military bases to strengthen its role as a safe haven and humanitarian hub for the Middle East.
Trump Urges UK to Send Warships to Keep Strait of Hormuz Open
Trump urges UK to deploy warships to Strait of Hormuz amid Iran conflict, citing security risks and economic pressure.
Putin branded ‘Anti-Christ’ by church leaders over ‘holy mission’ war claim
Church leaders brand Putin 'Anti-Christ' after he calls Ukraine war a 'holy mission'; UK clergy criticise ideology and violence.
3,500 US Marines and sailors arrive in Middle East amid Iran conflict
3,500 US Marines and sailors arrive in Middle East as US-Iran war enters second month; Trump sends mixed signals on ground offensive.
Government to Consider Naming Stakeknife After Supreme Court Ruling
Government to consider Supreme Court ruling implications for naming IRA spy Stakeknife after Kenova report.
US sinks 16 Iranian mine-laying ships near Strait of Hormuz
The US military destroyed 16 Iranian mine-laying vessels near the Strait of Hormuz after President Trump warned Iran over mines in the key shipping route.
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