Croatia debates conscription return amid Russia threat
Croatia's government is debating the revival of mandatory military service as security concerns escalate across Europe following Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
Category : Defence
Wagner Group 'minions' jailed for UK terror plot
Two Russian nationals linked to Wagner Group have been sentenced to life imprisonment for plotting terrorist attacks on UK soil in a major national security case.
Australia's $20m Israeli arms deal before UN genocide report
Exclusive investigation reveals Australia signed a major weapons contract with Israel's largest arms manufacturer just two weeks before a UN report warning of genocide risks in Gaza, raising serious ethical questions.
Armed driver rams Coast Guard base in security breach
A dramatic security breach unfolded at a US Coast Guard base in California as an armed driver smashed through gates in a truck, triggering an intensive lockdown and raising serious questions about military installation security protocols.
Trump's narco-terror strike kills six in Caribbean
Exclusive: Former President Trump's security team intercepts Venezuelan narco-terror vessel in dramatic Caribbean operation, leaving six dead as mysterious 'ghost ship' continues to haunt regional waters.
US military sinks suspected drug boat in Caribbean strike
In a dramatic escalation of counter-narcotics efforts, US forces have destroyed a suspected drug-smuggling vessel in Caribbean waters, raising questions about the evolving tactics of trafficking cartels.
Soldier F spared as Troubles prosecutions end
Exclusive: Soldier F, the former paratrooper facing charges over Bloody Sunday deaths, will not stand trial as new legislation ends historical prosecutions from Northern Ireland conflict era.
Vehicle breaches US Coast Guard base security in California
A shocking security incident unfolded at a US Coast Guard base in California when a civilian vehicle smashed through barriers before the driver was apprehended. The alarming breach raises serious questions about base security protocols.
UK leaders warn of China espionage threat to national security
Rishi Sunak and Keir Starmer unite in warning about China's aggressive surveillance operations targeting British democracy, with security services on high alert against foreign interference.
Ukrainian drones force Russian Navy from Black Sea
Exclusive military analysis reveals how Ukrainian naval drones are transforming Black Sea warfare, pushing Russia's fleet out of occupied Crimea in a strategic humiliation for Putin.
BAE ends aircraft support to conflict zones
British defence giant BAE Systems terminates airworthiness support for ATP aircraft in South Sudan, Somalia, and DRC, threatening humanitarian aid operations across fragile regions.
Starmer: UK support for Ukraine 'unwavering'
Labour leader Keir Starmer reaffirms Britain's steadfast commitment to Ukraine during crucial Downing Street talks with President Zelensky, pledging continued military support against Russian aggression.
Women launch class action against Australian Defence Force
Hundreds of women launch historic legal battle against the ADF, claiming systemic failure to address sexual harassment, bullying and gender discrimination within the military.
Lithuania: Russia violates NATO airspace again
Moscow accused of flying military aircraft through Lithuanian airspace without authorization in latest provocation against NATO territory. The incident comes amid heightened regional security concerns.
Trump's Military Plan Against Mexican Cartels Revealed
Former President Donald Trump proposes unprecedented military action against Mexican drug cartels, raising constitutional questions and international concerns.
Chinese spy vessels detected near UK-US military base
Exclusive investigation reveals sophisticated Chinese surveillance operation targeting strategic Diego Garcia military installation in the Indian Ocean, raising alarm in Whitehall and Pentagon.
Trump admin authorises Venezuela land strikes
In a controversial move, the Trump administration has reportedly authorised US forces to conduct ground strikes against Venezuelan military assets, marking a significant escalation in American intervention.
Soldier F Case: Warning for Troubles Prosecutions
The collapse of the case against Soldier F over Bloody Sunday killings raises serious questions about the viability of future Troubles-era prosecutions, with legal experts warning of profound implications for justice and reconciliation.
Lithuania: NATO has 7 years to prepare for Russia conflict
Exclusive: In a chilling assessment, Lithuania's defence chief reveals NATO has approximately 7 years to prepare for potential Russian confrontation as Vladimir Putin's military rebuilds capacity.
NATO scrambles jets after Russian aircraft approach
UK Typhoon jets were urgently deployed alongside allied forces after Russian military aircraft were detected near NATO airspace, sparking dramatic interception over the Baltic region.
Europe's defence reckoning as Trump threatens NATO
As Trump threatens to abandon NATO allies, Europe faces an urgent reckoning: it must rapidly develop independent military capabilities and reduce energy dependence on adversaries or risk catastrophic vulnerability.
Bloody Sunday Soldier F case jeopardised by evidence ruling
In a dramatic courtroom twist, the case against Soldier F for the 1972 Bloody Sunday killings faces collapse after the judge excluded crucial testimony about his alleged confession.
Wagner Group hired UK arsonist for warehouse attack
A British man was allegedly recruited by Russia's Wagner Group to firebomb a Essex warehouse storing military equipment destined for Ukrainian forces, with prosecutors calling him 'easy meat' for Russian operatives.
Putin threatens retaliation for US Tomahawk strikes
Vladimir Putin delivers chilling response to potential American missile attacks, warning of immediate retaliation as tensions escalate between nuclear powers.
Veterans face prosecution over 1972 Londonderry incident
Two former British soldiers, known as Soldier A and Soldier C, will face prosecution for the 1972 killing of a man in Londonderry after a High Court judge dismissed their legal challenge against the decision.
Unexploded WWII Bomb Found in Bridgend - Mass Evacuation
A major emergency operation is unfolding in Bridgend after the discovery of a suspected WWII unexploded bomb. Hundreds of residents have been evacuated as bomb disposal experts work to make the area safe.
Ex-soldier jailed for Derry terror offences
Ex-Royal Military Police soldier Dean Hardy, 38, receives 18-month sentence for terror offences after being caught in undercover operation in Londonderry. The former soldier admitted preparing terrorist acts and disseminating terrorist publications.
RAF intercepts Russian spy plane near Scottish coast
A Russian intelligence aircraft was intercepted by RAF Typhoon fighters off the coast of Moray in a tense standoff, as Defence Secretary John Healey pledges continued vigilance against Moscow's provocations.
How Western Sanctions Against Russia Are Failing Ukraine
Exclusive analysis reveals how Western sanctions against Russia are falling short, with critical loopholes allowing Moscow to continue its war machine while Ukraine fights with limited resources.
War widow's anguish as Taliban retakes Afghanistan
Christina Schmid, widow of fallen soldier Olaf Schmid, speaks out as Taliban retakes Afghanistan, questioning the sacrifice of 457 British lives in the 20-year conflict.
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