Burnham: UK will back Ukraine despite Russian threat
Andy Burnham responds to Russia's threat that London will 'pay a price' for supporting Ukraine, saying the UK's support is unwavering and not fair-weather.
Category : Defence
Burnham tells Putin UK will keep backing Ukraine after drone strikes
Andy Burnham warns Vladimir Putin Britain will continue to 'support Ukraine 100%' after Russia threatened the UK over drone strikes, as Moscow pledges 'consequences'.
Putin Ally Calls for Nuclear Strike on UK in Terrifying Statement
Vladimir Solovyov, Putin's top TV propagandist, demanded a nuclear strike on Britain using the Poseidon drone, following UK drones' use in strikes deep inside Russia.
UK issued WW3 warning as Burnham checks potatoes during tour
Prime Minister Andy Burnham faces a World War 3 warning as Russia's assault on Ukraine threatens regional security, while he inspects potatoes in Truro during his listening tour.
UK tells Russia 'we won't be bullied' after embassy threat
Britain has dismissed a threat from Russia's London Embassy over Ukraine, saying 'we won't be bullied' after reports of UK-made drones used in deep strikes on Russian soil.
UK warns Russia over drone use as warship nears NATO ally
The UK Ministry of Defence has responded to Russia's threat of 'consequences' over British-made drones used by Ukraine, reaffirming support for Kyiv as a Russian warship nears a NATO ally.
Putin deploys Zircon frigate near German tourist island
Russia's nuclear-capable frigate Admiral Kasatonov, armed with Zircon missiles, was spotted near Germany's Fehmarn island with its transponder off, escalating Baltic tensions.
Latvia asks EU for €7bn to counter Russian threat
Latvian PM Andris Kulbergs requests €7bn from the EU for defence and economic losses from cutting ties with Russia, amid rising Eastern Europe fears.
Trump cuts US-South Korea military drills, citing cost and Kim
President Trump has announced the suspension of joint military exercises with South Korea, citing cost and his relationship with Kim Jong-un, a move that could reshape the US alliance in the region.
Five North East sites for defence enterprise zones
Five publicly owned North East sites, including Blaydon Quarry, are 'perfect' for new defence enterprise zones, says a report by the Adam Smith Institute.
Russia's 10 secret drone bases capable of striking NATO exposed
Russia has built 10 secret drone bases along its borders with Ukraine and Belarus, housing nearly 60 launch rails, with some capable of long-range attacks, according to a new investigation.
Russia threatens UK with 10 new secret drone bases capable of striking NATO
Russia has built nearly 60 launch rails at 10 bases near NATO borders, with 20 extended for long-range strikes, potentially reaching the UK, according to a Telegraph investigation.
Kyiv to Build Ballistic Missiles Within Months
Ukraine will have its own ballistic missiles within months, President Zelenskiy said, as Kyiv seeks to reduce reliance on Western weapons.
Trump cuts South Korea drills despite Ukraine war warnings
Trump orders substantial reduction in US-South Korea military drills despite warnings that North Korea is learning new battlefield tactics from Ukraine war.
Trump scales back military drills with South Korea citing Kim
US President Donald Trump has decided to substantially reduce joint military exercises with South Korea, citing his very good relationship with North Korean leader Kim Jong-un.
Frank Gardner: UK wide open to Russian missiles, no middle rung
Veteran BBC Security Correspondent Frank Gardner warns the UK is 'wide open' to Russian missile attacks, citing a lack of effective air defence and no tactical nuclear option, in an exclusive interview.
Burnham warned Navy lacks firepower to stop Russia seizing UK ships
Andy Burnham has been warned the stretched Royal Navy lacks the firepower to stop Russia seizing British cargo ships after Vladimir Putin threatened to 'respond in kind' to shadow fleet interceptions.
Badenoch Warns Burnham on Defence Spending
Kemi Badenoch urges Andy Burnham to prioritise defence spending and reform welfare, warning that failure to commit to 3% of GDP by 2030 could leave Britain vulnerable.
Burnham urged to commit 3% of GDP to defence by 2030
Andy Burnham faces mounting pressure from military figures and Kemi Badenoch to commit 3% of GDP to defence by 2030, with warnings of severe risk to UK security.
UK lacks firepower to stop Russia seizing ships, warns Navy chief
Britain does not have enough ships to protect its cargo vessels from potential Russian hijackings in the Indo-Pacific, defence planners fear. Former Navy head Admiral Lord West says the Navy has been 'reduced and reduced'.
WRU chair search accelerates amid Welsh rugby crisis
The Welsh Rugby Union's search for a new chair accelerates, with interviews set for late August and September. The appointment comes as Welsh rugby faces financial, structural, and trust challenges.
WW2 veterans, combined age 300, fly in Spitfires over Kent
Three Second World War veterans with a combined age of 300 years took off in Spitfires from Biggin Hill on Thursday morning, with flights paid for by a charity run by black cab drivers.
Taiwan Locks Down Cities for Han Kuang Anti-Invasion Drills
Taiwan's Han Kuang drills triggered WW3 fears as cities locked down for unscripted live-fire exercises, with the military blockading the Danjiang Bridge to halt simulated enemy advances.
Lithuania to dig trenches along Russia border as NATO fears grow
Lithuania approved 20-metre-wide anti-mobility trenches along its borders with Russia's Kaliningrad and Belarus, part of a fortification drive on NATO's eastern flank, with completion by 2028 at a cost of £43 million.
Two killed in Army Apache helicopter crash in Texas
Two people died when an Army Apache helicopter crashed in central Texas, sparking a wildfire that forced evacuations. The crash occurred during a routine training flight.
Swinney 'irresponsible' to ask PM to reconsider factory plan
Energy security minister Michael Shanks calls John Swinney's intervention over the Ming Yang wind turbine factory 'surprising' and 'irresponsible', citing national security concerns.
US Marine freed from Russian prison after health crisis
Former US Marine Robert Gilman, imprisoned in Russia since 2022, has been released on humanitarian grounds after his health deteriorated, with no prisoner exchange involved.
Russia frees ex-US marine Robert Gilman after Putin pardon
Russia has freed former US marine Robert Gilman, jailed since 2022, after Vladimir Putin granted a humanitarian pardon. He was reportedly in a catatonic state.
Russia Strikes Ukraine; Wildberries Hit by Heat Wave
Russia launched strikes on Ukraine while a heat wave affected Wildberries operations in Hungary, according to latest updates.
US helicopter opens fire on ship breaking Iran blockade
A US military helicopter opened fire on a ship allegedly breaking the blockade near Iran on Tuesday, causing chaos.
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