US Army Raises Enlistment Age to 42 and Eases Marijuana Rules
US Army raises enlistment age to 42 and eases marijuana conviction restrictions to boost recruitment after missing targets.
Category : Defence
Zelenskyy: Let Ukraine Join NATO to Make All of Us Stronger
Ukraine's president argues its defensive capabilities built up during war with Russia make it a strong candidate for NATO membership, but allies remain wary due to the ongoing conflict.
Trump Warns US Will 'Hit Iran Hard Tonight'
Donald Trump warned the US is preparing to launch more strikes against Iran, declaring the US-Iran truce 'over' and stating, 'We're going to hit them hard tonight.'
Florida Air Force Base Orders Christmas Decor Removal
Tyndall Air Force Base orders residents to remove Christmas decorations early, enforcing lease rules by housing contractor Balfour Beatty Communities.
HMS Dragon to Deploy to Cyprus Within Days, Defence Secretary Confirms
HMS Dragon to deploy to Cyprus within days after drone attack on RAF Akrotiri, defence secretary confirms amid criticism over slow response.
US and Allies Launch Large-Scale Strikes on Islamic State in Syria After Deadly Attack
US and allies strike Islamic State targets in Syria after an attack in Palmyra killed three Americans, including two soldiers.
Iranian Man and Woman Arrested at UK Nuclear Naval Base
Two people, one Iranian, arrested after trying to enter Faslane nuclear submarine base in Scotland; espionage not ruled out.
Trump Weighs Sending Thousands More Troops to Middle East Amid Iran Campaign
Trump considers deploying thousands more troops to Middle East as Iran war escalates, with options including securing Strait of Hormuz and Kharg Island.
Operation Entebbe: 102 Hostages Rescued 50 Years Ago
Fifty years on, Operation Entebbe remains one of the most successful hostage rescues in history. Omer Bar-Lev, part of the 1976 rescue mission, reveals all in an exclusive interview.
King Charles Leads 80th VJ Day Commemoration in UK
King Charles leads 80th VJ Day commemoration in UK, honouring veterans and acknowledging Hiroshima and Nagasaki.
Starmer Admits He Must 'Turn Things Around' as US Adds Pressure Over Defence Spending
Starmer admits need for change after defence secretary resigns over military spending row, with US urging more UK defence investment.
Streeting Says Gaza Concerns Dismissed in Government Like 'Hitting a Brick Wall'
Wes Streeting says his Gaza concerns were dismissed in government, after leaked messages show Peter Mandelson called him 'hysterical'.
Afghan Data Leak Linked to 49 Deaths, Study Finds
Study finds at least 49 deaths linked to MoD data breach exposing Afghan allies; 87% of notified individuals reported threats.
Hegseth Attacks Media Over Iran War Coverage as Trump Calls Leaders 'Scumbags'
Pete Hegseth attacks media over Iran war coverage, proposing alternative headlines, as Trump calls Iranian leaders 'scumbags'.
Hegseth Orders Review of Military Colleges for 'Wokeness'
US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth orders review of military colleges for 'wokeness' amid escalating war in Iran.
Queen Elizabeth II's Secret VE Day Night Out Recalled
In 1945, Princess Elizabeth secretly joined VE Day crowds in London, later calling it one of the most memorable nights of her life.
All Six Crew Members Confirmed Dead After US Military Plane Crash in Iraq
All six crew members killed in US military plane crash in Iraq; French soldier also killed in Kurdistan region.
US Sends More Warships and Troops to Middle East as Iran Conflict Intensifies
US sends 2,500 more troops and three warships to Middle East amid Iran conflict, as Trump hints at winding down operations and considers Kharg Island blockade.
British Army Could Only Seize a Small Market Town, General Warns
General warns British Army can only seize a small market town, highlighting drastic military cuts since the Cold War.
USS Gerald R Ford Heads to Crete for Repairs After Fire
USS Gerald R Ford heads to Crete for repairs after a fire injured sailors and destroyed beds, amid morale and toilet issues.
UK Defence Secretary Accuses Putin of 'Hidden Hand' in Iran's Drone Tactics
UK defence secretary says Putin's 'hidden hand' behind Iran's drone tactics, as drones strike Erbil base and Iran vows continued attacks.
Russian Jet 'Dangerously' Close to RAF Spy Plane Over Black Sea
UK condemns Russian jets flying within six metres of RAF spy plane over Black Sea in two 'dangerous' incidents last month.
Remains of Eight British WWII Airmen Buried in Malaysia
Remains of eight British WWII airmen buried in Malaysia, 70 years after crash; families attend ceremony.
UK Prepares Aircraft Carrier for Potential Middle East Deployment
UK readies HMS Prince of Wales for possible Middle East deployment amid escalating conflict, with additional jets and helicopters sent to the region.
FIFA Bans England Team from Wearing Poppies on Shirts
FIFA bans England team from wearing poppies on shirts for Remembrance match; veterans condemn decision.
Drone Strikes Cut Power to Over 200,000 Homes in Occupied Ukraine
Over 200,000 homes in Russian-occupied Ukraine lose power after drone strikes; Russia continues attacks on energy grid, killing two.
All Six Crew Members Killed in US Military Plane Crash in Iraq
All six crew members killed in US military plane crash in Iraq; French soldier also killed in Kurdistan region.
Starmer-Trump Showdown at NATO Summit Over Defence Funding
Keir Starmer and Donald Trump had an awkward first meeting at the NATO summit amid a row over defence funding, with the US president sceptical Britain can meet obligations and considering withdrawing security support.
Hegseth Prays for 'Overwhelming Violence' Against Enemies at Pentagon Service
US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth prays for 'overwhelming violence' against enemies at Pentagon service, sparking criticism over mixing faith with military role.
Three Merchant Ships Struck in Strait of Hormuz Amid Rising Tensions
Three merchant ships struck in Strait of Hormuz amid Iran tensions; US destroys Iranian mine-laying vessels.
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