How Japan's youth view the kamikaze pilots of WW2
Japan's youth have mixed views on kamikaze pilots, with some calling them heroic and others irrational, as political narratives shift over decades.
Category : Defence
MoD Knew of Chinook Safety Issues Before Crash, Documents Show
MoD warned of Chinook software flaws before 1994 crash that killed 29; father says aircraft should not have flown.
Prince Harry Makes Surprise Ukraine Visit, Pledges £10m Military Aid
Prince Harry makes surprise visit to Kyiv, pledges £10m military aid for wounded soldiers' rehabilitation via Invictus Games Foundation.
Trump Threatens to Pull US Troops from Europe Over Greenland
Donald Trump threatened to withdraw all American troops from Europe, criticizing NATO allies for opposing his plan to annex Greenland, and warned Europe faces collapse if it doesn't address immigration and energy issues.
Trump Threatens Troop Withdrawal from Europe Over Greenland
Donald Trump has warned the US could withdraw all troops from Europe, saying otherwise 'not going to have a Europe anymore,' as he renews calls for Greenland to become part of America.
Europe faces US arms shortage as stockpiles depleted by wars
Europe is confronting the reality that the US defence industrial base may no longer reliably arm Nato allies, as stockpiles of key missiles are depleted due to conflicts in Ukraine and Iran, forcing allies to seek new defence avenues.
Nato Braces for Difficult Summit as Trump Pressures Spending
Nato leaders gather in Ankara for a tense summit as Donald Trump demands allies increase defence spending to 5% of GDP, with tensions over Iran, Greenland, and troop reductions.
Ex-Nato Chief Slams Starmer's Defence Spending Plan
Former Nato chief George Robertson criticises PM's defence investment plan as insufficient and delayed, warning it damages confidence among allies and industry.
Andy Burnham's Defence Agenda: Resilience as a Nato Ally
Andy Burnham's lack of defence experience is a strength, argues Jessica Berlin. His focus on domestic resilience, honed as Manchester mayor, is exactly what Nato needs against hybrid warfare.
Russia Bombs US-Owned Factory in Kyiv, Escalation Vowed by Both Sides
Russia bombs US-owned factory in Kyiv, killing 27; both sides vow escalation. Zelenskyy promises retaliation, urges more air defences.
Healey Presses Farage on £5m Gift's Russia Links
John Healey asks Nigel Farage to clarify if £5m gift from billionaire Christopher Harborne involved Russian-linked profits or Iran war benefits.
US-Iran War Threatens as Trump Warns Time Running Out for Nuclear Deal
Trump warns Iran time is running out for nuclear deal as US armada prepares for possible military action, with Iran threatening unprecedented response.
SNP MSP Breaks Ranks to Back Jackdaw and Rosebank Oil Fields
SNP MSP Jack Middleton breaks with the Scottish Government, calling for UK approval of Jackdaw and Rosebank oil fields to boost jobs and energy security.
Lammy Calls for Probe into Leak of Secret UK Meeting on US Strikes Against Iran
David Lammy calls for investigation into leak of secret UK meeting on US strikes against Iran, denies cabinet splits.
UK Weighs Minehunting Drones to End Iran's Strait of Hormuz Blockade
UK considers minehunting drones and ships to reopen Strait of Hormuz amid Iran blockade, says Ed Miliband.
US Submarine Sinks Iranian Warship in Historic Torpedo Attack
A US submarine sinks Iranian frigate IRIS Dena off Sri Lanka in first torpedo attack since WWII, killing 87. Details on torpedo technology and submarine warfare.
Mystery Drone Swarm Triggers Lockdown at US Nuclear Bomber Base
Unidentified drones swarmed Barksdale Air Force Base, home to nuclear-capable B-52 bombers, triggering a week-long lockdown and raising national security concerns.
Suspected Hezbollah Drone Strikes UK RAF Base in Cyprus
A suspected Hezbollah drone struck RAF Akrotiri in Cyprus, prompting partial evacuation. Two more drones intercepted. UK allows US to use bases for Iran strikes.
US Nuclear Interceptors 'Don't Work' in Chilling War Scenario
US interceptor missiles are ineffective against nuclear ICBMs, says expert Annie Jacobsen, highlighting a 44-to-1,674 disparity with Russia.
Ed Davey Calls for UK to End Reliance on US for Nuclear Deterrent
Ed Davey urges UK to develop independent nuclear deterrent, citing unreliability of US under Trump.
RAF Pilot Makes History Shooting Down Iranian Drones, Celebrates with a Beer
An RAF F-35 pilot becomes the first to destroy a target in combat, shooting down two Iranian drones over Jordan, then celebrates with a single beer.
Minister Dismisses Iran Missile Threat to UK as Exaggerated
UK minister says Iran missile threat exaggerated, as Israel warns Tehran can reach Europe. Tensions rise over Strait of Hormuz.
US Navy F-35C Stealth Jet Crashes in California, Pilot Ejects Safely
US Navy F-35C stealth jet crashes in California cotton field; pilot ejects safely and is recovering in hospital.
HMS Dragon's Delayed Departure to Cyprus Raises Questions
HMS Dragon's delayed deployment to Cyprus amid Iran crisis raises questions about naval readiness, despite MoD citing herculean efforts.
France Steps In to Protect British Bases After Drone Strike Exposes UK Defence Gaps
France sends warships to Cyprus after drone strike on RAF Akrotiri, highlighting UK defence shortfalls as Royal Navy destroyers remain non-operational.
Experienced SAS Paratrooper Dies in Mid-Air Collision at Jervis Bay
SAS warrant officer Lachlan Muddle, 50, dies after mid-air collision during parachute training at Jervis Bay; second soldier injured.
HMS Dragon Spent Three Days in Channel Before Cyprus Deployment
HMS Dragon spent three days in the English Channel after leaving Portsmouth for Cyprus, amid criticism over response time to Iranian drone attack on RAF Akrotiri.
Kentucky Sergeant Becomes Seventh US Fatality in Middle East Conflict
Sgt Benjamin N Pennington, 26, of Kentucky, dies from injuries in Iranian strike on Saudi airbase, becoming seventh US fatality in Middle East war.
62 explosions could cripple UK economy, warns Ellwood
Just 62 explosions targeting undersea cables could plunge Britain into total economic ruin, warns Tobias Ellwood, citing cyberattacks and grey-zone warfare threats.
Seventh US Service Member Killed in Iran Conflict Identified
Pentagon identifies Sgt Benjamin Pennington as seventh US service member killed in Iran conflict, died from injuries in Saudi Arabia base strike.
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