Zelenskyy Urges Direct Talks with Putin in Open Letter
Zelenskyy writes open letter to Putin proposing face-to-face talks in neutral country as war continues.
Category : Defence
US Congresswoman Probes Americans in Sarajevo 'Human Safari'
US Congresswoman Anna Paulina Luna investigates claims Americans paid to shoot civilians during the 1990s siege of Sarajevo.
Vance Chest Bumps Air Force Cadets, Echoes Pope on AI in Warfare
VP JD Vance tells air force cadets to keep life-death decisions human, echoing Pope's AI warning; UK Parliament also raises concerns.
Pentagon Launches Review of Aukus Defence Pact, Casting Doubt on $240bn Submarine Deal
Pentagon reviews Aukus pact with UK and Australia under Trump's 'America first' agenda, casting doubt on $240bn submarine deal and triggering allied anxiety.
Gareth Evans Calls Aukus One of Australia's Worst Foreign Policy Decisions
Former Australian foreign minister Gareth Evans criticises Aukus as a 'ludicrous delusion', warning the US would not defend Australia in an existential attack.
Stella Rimington, First Female MI5 Chief, Dies at 90
Stella Rimington, first female MI5 director, dies aged 90. She broke barriers as spy chief and later became a writer.
US ‘more than capable’ of resuming war with Iran, says Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth
Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth warns US is capable of resuming war with Iran, and voices alarm over China's military buildup at Singapore defence summit.
Kyiv Hit by Russian Ballistic Missiles, Wounding Two
A Russian ballistic missile attack on Kyiv early Sunday wounded at least two people. The attack follows civilian deaths on both sides of the Russia-Ukraine border on Saturday.
Burnham Urged to Boost Defence Spending for 'Moscow Test'
Ex-military chief Sir Tony Radakin says UK defence spending must meet a 'Moscow test' to deter Russia, warning the current plan falls short and the next PM may need to find more funds.
Starmer's Last-Minute Defence Plan: Legacy or Trap?
Outgoing PM Keir Starmer plans to publish the delayed Defence Investment Plan before the NATO summit, sparking accusations of a last-ditch legacy move and a political trap for successor Andy Burnham.
Russia Burns as Zelensky Issues 8-Word Warning to Putin
Ukraine strikes two Russian oil refineries, killing two. Zelensky warns: 'We will continue to respond to Russian terror.'
UK and Australia to Sign 50-Year Defence Treaty Amid US Aukus Uncertainty
UK and Australia to sign 50-year defence treaty solidifying Aukus submarine pact, despite US review of the deal.
Australia Pays Another $800m to US for Aukus Amid Review
Australia pays another $800m to US for Aukus submarine deal, bringing total to $1.6bn, amid Trump administration review.
US Weapon Shortage Raises China Conflict Concerns
US military faces three-year weapon shortage from Iran war, raising concerns about readiness for potential conflict with China, CSIS report warns.
'Real progress' on defence spending plan, Jarvis says
Defence Secretary Dan Jarvis says 'real progress' has been made on the long-delayed defence investment plan, with talks advancing ahead of the Nato summit.
Starmer Scraps 13 Navy Ships for Drones in Defence Plan
Keir Starmer reportedly scraps plans to replace 13 ageing Royal Navy ships, prioritising drones instead. Shadow Defence Secretary James Cartlidge blames welfare spending for lack of defence cash.
Burnham Must Act Like Wartime PM: Ex-Military Chief
Admiral Sir Tony Radakin warns Andy Burnham must operate 'almost like a wartime Prime Minister' and apply a 'Moscow test' to policies, urging defence spending hike to 3.5% of GDP by 2035.
Healey Accused of Afghan Data Breach Cover-Up
John Healey accused of covering up a data breach of 18,000 Afghans and a secret £800m relocation scheme, with MPs criticised for lack of accountability.
US Forces Complete Withdrawal from Ain al-Asad Air Base in Iraq
US forces complete withdrawal from Ain al-Asad air base in Iraq, handing full control to Iraqi army under 2024 agreement to end coalition mission by September 2025.
Pentagon to Restore Confederate General Robert E. Lee Portrait at West Point
Pentagon restores Robert E. Lee portrait at West Point library after 2020 removal under Confederate tribute law.
Labour Trails Tories and Reform UK on Defence Trust
Only 28% of Britons trust Labour on defence, compared to 33% for Conservatives and 30% for Reform UK, as polling reveals a lack of confidence in Andy Burnham's party amid rising geopolitical threats.
Trump Warns Iran 'Will No Longer Exist' After Fresh Strikes
President Trump threatened to 'complete the job' and ensure Iran 'will no longer exist' after US airstrikes hit 10 Iranian targets in retaliation for attacks on oil tankers.
Ben Wallace: Secret order should not have been used to cover up Afghan data breach
Ben Wallace says he opposed superinjunction covering Afghan data breach, calling for transparency and accountability.
New 6.4 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Turkey, Killing Six
A 6.4 magnitude earthquake hit Turkey near Antakya, killing six and injuring 294, amid ongoing recovery from February's devastating quakes.
Ukraine and UK to Jointly Produce Long-Range Drones, Zelenskyy Says
Ukraine and UK to jointly produce long-range drones, says Zelenskyy after talks with Starmer aimed at stopping Russian attacks.
Conflict Over Taiwan Could Trigger US-China Nuclear Crisis, Major Study Warns
IISS study warns US-China conflict over Taiwan could escalate to nuclear crisis, highlighting lack of guard rails and rapid nuclear build-up in Asia-Pacific.
Nato on High Alert as Russia and Belarus Begin Military Drills on Polish Border
Russia and Belarus begin 'Zapad 2025' military drills near Polish border, prompting Nato alert and Polish border closure.
7.5 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Russia’s Kuril Islands, Tsunami Warning Cancelled
A 7.5-magnitude earthquake hit Russia's Kuril Islands, prompting a tsunami warning that was later cancelled. No casualties reported.
Aukus Nuclear Submarine Deal Faces Months of Uncertainty as US Review Extends
Aukus nuclear submarine deal faces months of delay as US review extends beyond 30 days, with UK and Australia awaiting outcome amid global tensions.
Chinese Warship Collides with Own Coastguard Vessel Near Scarborough Shoal
Chinese warship collides with own coastguard vessel while chasing Philippine boat near Scarborough Shoal in South China Sea.
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