Sonic Boom Rattles Homes Across Southern England
A sonic boom from a Eurofighter Typhoon shook homes in Essex, London, and Cambridge after RAF jets scrambled to intercept a private jet.
Category : Defence
War Hero Ben Roberts-Smith Charged with War Crimes Murders
Australia's most decorated soldier Ben Roberts-Smith arrested and charged with five war crime murders in Afghanistan.
Chinese Fighter Jet Intercepts Australian Surveillance Aircraft in South China Sea
Australia condemns dangerous intercept by Chinese J-16 fighter, which released flares and chaff near RAAF P-8 aircraft.
US F-15E Shot Down Over Iran; One Crew Member Rescued
One US service member rescued after F-15E downed over Iran, search continues for second crew member in first such incident since war began.
North Korea Fires Ballistic Missiles as US and South Korea Hold Drills
North Korea fires over 10 ballistic missiles as US and South Korea hold military drills, with Trump renewing dialogue overtures.
D-Day Veteran and TikTok Star 'Papa Jake' Larson Dies at 102
WWII veteran Jake 'Papa Jake' Larson, who survived D-Day and became a TikTok star, dies at 102.
Zelensky: Russia Losing More Troops Than Recruiting
Volodymyr Zelensky warns that Russia is losing more soldiers than it recruits, with 225,500 casualties in 2026, as Putin prepares for expanding mobilisation.
Tories Accused of Hollowing Out Defence as Regiments Culled
Tories accused of hollowing out defence as Army loses 23 regiments and nearly 40% of personnel live in worst-grade housing.
Trump Hails ‘Daring Rescue’ of US Airman in Iran
Trump announces rescue of US airman from Iran after F-15E shot down. Daring operation extracts injured colonel from hostile territory.
Iran Claims Downing of Two US Fighter Jets Amid Trump Threats
Iran claims downing of two US fighter jets. Trump says incident won't affect ceasefire talks, but Democrats disagree.
Russia taunts UK over single soldier sent to Greenland
Russia's Dmitry Rogozin mocks UK sending one soldier to Greenland, questions if it's James Bond, as Europe deploys 30 personnel amid Trump fears.
UK Signals Readiness to Counter Iranian Missile Threats After Base Warning
UK government says armed forces ready to defend against Iranian missiles after Tehran warns RAF base is legitimate target following US strikes.
US commandos rescue airman trapped in Iran after F-15E downing
US special forces rescued an airman trapped 200 miles inside Iran after his F-15E was shot down. The daring operation involved scaling a ridge and CIA support.
SAS Chief Accused of Cover-Up in Afghanistan Killings Inquiry
Whistleblower alleges SAS chief and senior officers covered up unlawful killings of 80 Afghans, including children, between 2011 and 2013.
UK ‘Ready to Defend Itself’ After Iran Threatens Bases Used by US
Iran warns UK bases used by US are legitimate targets; UK says ready to defend itself amid escalating conflict.
Streeting: No Defence role without Burnham spending pledge
Wes Streeting says he only accepted the Defence Secretary job after Andy Burnham assured him of sufficient investment, as pressure grows to reach 3% GDP spending.
UK and Poland Vow to Shoot Down Russian Aircraft Violating Nato Airspace
European allies vow to shoot down Russian aircraft violating Nato airspace after incursions into Poland and Estonia.
UK Sends Six F-35B Jets to Cyprus as US-Iran Tensions Escalate
UK deploys six F-35B jets to Cyprus amid US-Iran tensions, but faces criticism over slow military response and lack of naval assets in the region.
UK defence secretary flies to Cyprus amid drone strike fallout
UK defence secretary John Healey flies to Cyprus to ease tensions after a drone evaded defences and hit RAF Akrotiri, angering Cypriot officials.
Israel Braces for Potential Iran Attack as US Deploys Submarine and Carrier
Israel warns of large-scale Iran attack; US deploys submarine and accelerates carrier to Middle East amid rising regional tensions and Gaza ceasefire efforts.
Iranian Ships Pass Through Strait of Hormuz Despite Trump Blockade
Iran-linked ships pass through Strait of Hormuz despite US blockade; Trump says talks may resume.
Royal Navy Readiness Crisis: HMS Dragon Deployment Delays
HMS Dragon's delayed deployment to Cyprus raises concerns about Royal Navy readiness, with a six-week process compressed into six days.
PM urged to ensure fair compensation for LGBT veterans of 'gay ban'
Charities urge PM to ensure fair compensation for LGBT veterans affected by historical gay ban in armed forces, warning proposed cap risks inadequate payouts.
Haiti Coup Plot Foiled: Judge and Police Officer Among 23 Arrested
Haiti's President Jovenel Moïse says a coup plot was foiled; 23 arrested including a judge and police officer amid term dispute.
US Special Forces Rescue Second F-15E Crew Member from Iran
US special forces rescue second F-15E crew member from Iran; Trump threatens to bomb Iranian infrastructure if Strait of Hormuz not reopened.
UK delivers blunt warning to Putin after exposing secret Russian submarine mission
UK warns Putin after exposing Russian submarine mission to map undersea cables near British waters; message: 'you cannot operate in secret'.
Pentagon Identifies Four US Soldiers Killed in Kuwait Drone Attack
Pentagon names four of six US soldiers killed in Iranian drone strike on Kuwait base; Trump warns likely more deaths.
Soldier F Cleared of Bloody Sunday Murders
Soldier F acquitted of Bloody Sunday murders; families and politicians react as government acknowledges verdict.
Iran Accuses Ukraine of Deadly Attack on Vessel
Iran condemned what it called a Ukrainian attack on a commercial vessel in the Caspian Sea, killing one. Zelenskyy said Ukraine struck vessels involved with Iran, as Russia prepares to receive North Korean troops.
British Man Jailed 19 Years in Russia for Fighting in Ukraine
British ex-soldier James Scott Rhys Anderson sentenced to 19 years in Russia for fighting with Ukrainian forces in Kursk.
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