Houthis Claim Attacks on Two Cargo Ships in Red Sea
Houthi rebels claim attacks on two cargo ships in Red Sea; US says drone and missile strikes from Yemen damaged vessels, no casualties reported.
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US Commandos Rescue Downed Airman in Daring Iran Operation
US special forces rescued a weapons-system officer from Iran after his F-15E was shot down, with CIA support and no casualties, Trump announced.
Ukraine Launches Major Christmas Drone Attack On Moscow
Ukraine launches one of its largest drone attacks on Moscow; 45 drones destroyed. Advances in Kursk region continue.
US military stockpiling critical minerals 'harming climate fight', report warns
Report reveals Pentagon diverting minerals from renewable tech to weapons, undermining climate action.
Finland's President Stubb: No Ukraine Ceasefire Expected Before Spring
Finnish President Alexander Stubb says a Ukraine ceasefire is unlikely before spring, urges European endurance, and calls for continued support despite Kyiv corruption scandal.
Trump insists Iran nuclear sites ‘obliterated’ despite UN doubts
Trump claims Iran's nuclear capabilities obliterated despite leaked US intelligence and UN watchdog comments suggesting limited damage.
Russia Suspected of Jamming GPS on Plane Carrying Ursula von der Leyen
Russia suspected of jamming GPS on Ursula von der Leyen's plane over Bulgaria, forcing a one-hour delay.
Romania Summons Russia Envoy After Third Drone Downed
Romania summons Russia’s ambassador after its military shoots down a third drone in three days, with officials saying the drones are of Russian origin.
UK servicewoman killed in Iraq rocket attack named as Brodie Gillon
L/Cpl Brodie Gillon, a British medic, killed in rocket attack on Camp Taji in Iraq. Defence secretary vows justice.
Secret Court Order Gags Media Over MoD Data Breach
Journalist recounts two-year legal battle to lift unprecedented superinjunction over Ministry of Defence data breach affecting Afghan resettlement schemes.
Marine Colonel Quits After 24 Years, Citing Concerns Over Trump's Constitutional Disregard
Ex-Marine colonel Doug Krugman resigns after 24 years, citing Trump's contempt for constitution and risks of governmental collapse.
Ukrainian Troops Get KFC Delivered by Drone
Ukraine's special forces used a drone to deliver KFC to frontline soldiers, mocking Russia's blockade. The delivery highlights innovative resupply efforts amid supply line disruptions.
US Sailor Medically Evacuated After Monkey Attack During Hormuz Mission
A US Navy sailor suffered a monkey attack during shore leave in Thailand and was evacuated to Japan en route to the Strait of Hormuz.
HMS Dragon Delay Fuels UK Decline Concerns
Delay in deploying HMS Dragon to Cyprus raises concerns about UK naval decline, despite crew working 22-hour days to ready the destroyer.
China Summons US Ambassador Over Warship Passage Near Disputed Islands
China summons US ambassador after USS Lassen sails near disputed artificial islands in South China Sea, escalating tensions.
Cyprus Protests Grow After Drone Attack on RAF Akrotiri
Cyprus sees protests after drone attack on RAF Akrotiri, with growing calls to remove UK bases amid security fears.
Pentagon Document Details Delayed Response to Capitol Riot
New Pentagon document reveals delayed response to 6 January Capitol riot, including Pence's urgent pleas and Trump's inaction.
Defence Plan Delay Sparks Funding Row And Nato Concerns
Cabinet infighting over delayed defence investment plan sparks funding row, with Starmer pressing for extra spending before Nato summit.
Albanese to Meet Trump to Reinforce Aukus Defence Alliance
Australian PM Anthony Albanese visits Washington to discuss trade, tariffs, and the Aukus defence pact with President Trump.
Ukrainian soldier escapes Russian forces on e-bike delivered by drone
Injured Ukrainian soldier 'Tanker' escapes Russian lines near Siversk after drone delivers e-bike, surviving mine blast and reaching safety.
UK bars Israeli officials from London arms fair over Gaza
UK bans Israeli government officials from DSEI arms fair in London over Gaza escalation; Israeli companies still allowed.
Sergei Skripal 'Fell Asleep at Moment of Death' in Novichok Attack
Sergei Skripal fell asleep at moment of death in Novichok attack, waking three weeks later. Inquiry blames Putin.
Trump rebrands Pentagon as 'Department of War' by executive order
Donald Trump has signed an executive order rebranding the Pentagon as the Department of War, a symbolic move that bypasses congressional approval. The secondary title reverts to the name used from 1789 to 1947.
Japan Scraps Lethal Weapons Export Ban In Major Shift
Japan scraps lethal weapons export ban, a major shift from postwar pacifist policy, as it builds up arms industry amid regional tensions.
Iranian missile strike injures 10 US troops, damages planes at Saudi base
At least 10 US troops injured, two seriously, in Iranian missile and drone attack on Prince Sultan Air Base in Saudi Arabia, damaging several aircraft.
US Army Chief of Staff Randy George Steps Down After Hegseth Demand
US Army Chief of Staff Randy George retires after Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth demanded his removal, amid ongoing tensions and further dismissals.
RAF Typhoons Scrambled Over Russian Drone Threat Near Nato Airspace
RAF Typhoons from Romania scrambled to intercept Russian drones near Nato airspace but did not engage as targets remained in Ukraine.
US Defence Secretary Accuses Russia and China of Enabling Iran
US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth says Russia and China are enabling Iran's actions, while Trump warns against supplying weapons.
US Weighs Special Forces Mission to Seize Iran's Uranium Stockpile
US considers special forces to seize Iran's 440kg highly enriched uranium stockpile, enough for 10 warheads, despite experts warning of extreme risks.
Ukraine Downs Record 33,000 Russian Drones in March
Ukraine shot down a record 33,000 Russian drones in March, while its long-range drones struck a key Russian oil refinery for the third time in two weeks.
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