British Father Killed by Russian Drone on First Ukraine Mission
British father Alan Williams, 35, with no military experience, killed by Russian drone on first Ukraine mission. Wife speaks of anguish.
Category : Defence
UK Needs Second Nuclear System to Deter Russia, Expert Warns
Britain should acquire a fully independent nuclear weapons system beyond Trident to counter Russia amid doubts over US commitment to NATO, says Policy Exchange commission.
US Warns It Will Send Fighter Jets into Canadian Airspace if F-35 Deal Fails
US warns it may alter NORAD deal and send jets into Canadian airspace if Canada cancels F-35 purchase, amid cost concerns and potential Saab deal.
Trump Endorses Aukus and Signs $8.5bn Rare Earths Deal with Australia
Trump endorses Aukus, signs $8.5bn rare earths deal with Australia, and praises PM Albanese as 'great' leader amid trade tensions with China.
USS Gerald R Ford to Set Sail for Crete After Fire and Toilet Problems
USS Gerald R Ford heads to Crete for repairs after fire and toilet problems, with crew morale concerns after nine-month deployment.
US Army Secretary Driscoll Vows Not to Resign Amid Pentagon Tensions
US Army Secretary Dan Driscoll says he will not resign despite clashes with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and speculation over his future.
Royal Navy Fits Ship With Minehunting Drones for Possible Hormuz Deployment
Royal Navy equips RFA Lyme Bay with minehunting drones for possible Strait of Hormuz deployment amid tensions with Iran.
Brits Refusing Conscription Could Face Humiliation in WW3
As WW3 fears grow, only 11% of young Brits would fight; conscription resistance could face humiliation or penalties.
Italy Denies US Use of Sicily Airbase for Iran War Weapons
Italy denies US use of Sicily airbase for Iran war weapons after US failed to follow authorisation procedure, citing international treaties.
Royal Navy Equips Ship with Minehunting Drones for Possible Hormuz Mission
Royal Navy fits RFA Lyme Bay with minehunting drones for possible Strait of Hormuz deployment amid Iran tensions.
Russian Commander Run Over by Mutinous Troops, Western Officials Say
Western officials report a Russian commander was run over by mutinous troops in Ukraine, citing morale issues amid heavy losses.
Lord Dannatt Lobbied Ministers Against Palestine Action
Lord Dannatt lobbied ministers against Palestine Action at request of US firm Teledyne, police raised concerns over his involvement in live criminal case.
Earthquake Damages Russia's Nuclear Submarine Base
Satellite images show damage to floating pier at Russia's Rybachiy nuclear submarine base after magnitude-8.8 earthquake off Kamchatka coast.
UK Army Has More Horses Than Tanks, Says Treasury Minister
The British Army has more horses (501) than tanks (334), prompting Treasury criticism ahead of defence spending cuts.
LRDG: Forgotten Heroes Who Inspired the SAS
The Long Range Desert Group, led by Ralph Bagnold, pioneered desert warfare tactics that later inspired the SAS. A new book by ex-SBS operator Titch Cormack gives them long-overdue credit.
UK Defence Secretary Flies to Cyprus Amid Fallout Over RAF Base Drone Strike
UK defence secretary John Healey visits Cyprus after a drone strike on RAF Akrotiri, prompting diplomatic fallout and evacuation of families.
Three US Nuclear Bombs Still Missing, Raising Global Security Fears
At least three US nuclear bombs have been lost and never recovered, including one in Spain in 1966, raising ongoing security concerns.
Queen Máxima Joins Dutch Army Reserves as Military Recruitment Surges
Queen Máxima starts army reservist training as Dutch military boosts recruitment amid European security fears.
Riot Police Deployed to Benidorm for World Cup Security Amid Surge in British Tourists
Riot police deployed to Benidorm for World Cup security as British tourist numbers surge due to high US prices.
Iran Threatens to Target Western Military Bases in Retaliation for Israeli Strikes
Iran threatens US, UK, and France with targeting military bases if they assist Israel in blocking retaliatory strikes, amid escalating conflict over nuclear programme.
US Army Chief Randy George Retires After Hegseth Demand
US Army Chief Randy George retires immediately after Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth reportedly demanded his removal, amid broader purges of senior military officers.
Japan PM Vows 'Resolute' Response After Chinese Jets Lock Radar on Japanese Fighters Near Okinawa
Japan PM vows resolute response after Chinese jets lock radar on Japanese fighters near Okinawa; China rejects accusations.
UK Offers to Host International Summit on Reopening Strait of Hormuz
UK offers to host international summit to develop plan to reopen Strait of Hormuz amid Iran conflict, as economic fallout continues.
Russia Claims Capture of Two More Villages in Donetsk Region
Russia claims capture of two more villages in Donetsk; South Africa urges summit; Pentagon blocks Ukraine's use of long-range missiles; British aid volunteer's family disappointed.
US Soldier Found Dead Off Morocco Coast During Training Exercise
Body of US soldier 1st Lt Kendrick Lamont Key Jr recovered off Morocco coast after training exercise; second soldier still missing.
Ed Davey Calls for UK Nuclear Independence, Cost Unclear
Ed Davey calls for UK to build independent nuclear deterrent, citing unreliable US under Trump, but cost remains unclear.
Mind-Altering 'Brain Weapons' No Longer Science Fiction, UK Academics Warn
UK academics warn that mind-altering 'brain weapons' are now a reality, urging global action to prevent weaponisation of neuroscience.
HMS Dragon Deploys as UK's Billion-Pound Maritime Fortress
HMS Dragon, a Type 45 destroyer, deploys to Eastern Mediterranean amid Iran crisis, armed with advanced weaponry and air-defence systems.
China Revives Cold War Defence Strategy Against US
China revives Cold War-era Third Front defence strategy, building up nuclear arsenal and industrial resilience amid souring US ties.
Ukraine Launches Largest Drone Attack on Moscow, Hits Oil Refinery
Ukraine launched its largest drone attack on Moscow, striking an oil refinery and a high-rise near the Kremlin, demonstrating advanced long-range capabilities.
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