Greta Thunberg's Gaza-Bound Yacht Seized by Israeli Forces in International Waters
Israeli forces seize Greta Thunberg's Gaza-bound yacht in international waters; crew to be shown Hamas attack video.
Category : Defence
Top General Warns UK May Need 'Citizen Army' Amid Russia Threat
General Saunders warns UK may need a citizen army to counter Russia, sparking debate on conscription and national service.
Johnny Mercer sues MoD over hearing loss from military service
Former Tory veterans minister Johnny Mercer sues MoD over hearing loss from military service, after being refused compensation.
Ex-SAS Officer Reveals Iran's Deadly Campaign Against UK Troops in Iraq
Ex-SAS officer Richard Williams claims Iran's IRGC killed most British troops in Iraq and Afghanistan, calling for a just war against the regime.
Irish Peacekeepers Safe in Lebanon Amid Escalating Tensions
All Irish peacekeepers in Lebanon are safe after three Indonesian UN troops were killed amid escalating Israel-Hezbollah conflict.
Former SAS Hero Warns Britain Cannot Trust US After 'Moronic' War Plan Leak
Former SAS hero Chris Ryan warns Britain cannot trust US after Trump officials leaked war plans on Signal, risking lives and damaging intelligence sharing.
Scotland's Defence Industry Potential Ignored In Election
Analysis of Scotland's economic viability post-independence, focusing on oil revenues and public spending balance.
UK Nuclear Submarine Arrives in Gibraltar Amid Putin Sanctions
UK nuclear submarine HMS Audacious arrives in Gibraltar as Putin bans Boris Johnson and other UK politicians from Russia amid Ukraine tensions.
Nasa Reveals Meteor Explosion Details Near Massachusetts
Nasa confirms a meteor exploded over Massachusetts and New Hampshire with a blast equal to 300 tons of TNT, causing loud booms.
Top Military Lawyer's Concerns Over Trump 'Drug Boat' Strikes Were Ignored, Report Says
A top military lawyer raised concerns that Trump's strikes on drug boats were illegal, but was ignored, according to a report.
Vandals Destroy Wooden Soldier Memorial In Staffordshire
Vandals destroy wooden soldier war memorial in Bilsthorpe, Staffordshire, three times. Community cleans up, fundraising to rebuild.
MoD Data Leak Linked to 49 Deaths of Afghan Relatives and Colleagues
Study finds 49 relatives and colleagues of Afghans in MoD data leak have been killed, with 87% of notified individuals reporting threats.
Russian General Warns UK Could Be Target in Nuclear War Over Ukraine Support
Russian general warns UK could be nuclear target over support for Ukraine, citing missile data sharing and calling for criminal cases against British leaders.
Starmer Under Fire Over Military Funding from Senior Defence Trio
Keir Starmer faces criticism from three senior defence figures who accuse him of underfunding the military, with resignations and calls for transformation and rearmament.
Trump Announces F-35 Jet Sales to Saudi Arabia During Prince Mohammed's Visit
Trump announces F-35 jet sales to Saudi Arabia during Prince Mohammed's visit, marking a policy shift and sparking controversy over human rights.
US Firearms Examiners Declared ‘Essential’ Shutdown Workers After Gun-Lobby Pressure
US firearms examiners return to work after gun-lobby pressure, resuming sales of silencers, short-barreled rifles and pre-1986 machine-guns during government shutdown.
Iran claims supreme leader has only 'small scratch behind the ear' amid injury reports
Iran claims Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei has only a 'small scratch behind the ear' after reports of severe injuries from US-Israeli attacks.
Royal Navy Trident Missile Test Fails for Second Consecutive Time
Royal Navy Trident missile test fails for second time in a row; Defence Secretary Grant Shapps aboard HMS Vanguard confirms anomaly but expresses confidence in deterrent.
MI5 Warns Chinese Spies Using Fake Job Offers to Recruit UK Spies
MI5 warns Chinese spies use fake job ads on LinkedIn to recruit UK officials and military staff for classified information.
First Sea Lord Admits Royal Navy Not Ready for War
First Sea Lord Sir Gwyn Jenkins admits Royal Navy not ready for war, amid US criticism for not supporting operations in Iran.
Russian Warship Fires Warning Shot at Yacht in Channel
A Russian frigate fired a warning shot at a UK-registered yacht in the English Channel, escalating tensions between the UK and Russia amid ongoing naval operations.
Trump’s Secret Pentagon Directive Targets Drug Cartels for Military Action
Trump reportedly issues secret Pentagon directive to target Latin American drug cartels, sparking fears in Mexico; also plans Putin meeting on Ukraine.
IAEA and Iran Reach Deal for Nuclear Site Inspections
IAEA and Iran agree on return of inspectors to all nuclear sites, including those bombed in June, as a step towards nuclear diplomacy.
Russian Military Plane Crash in Crimea Kills 29
Russian An-26 military plane crashes into cliff in Crimea, killing 29; technical issues suspected.
Green Party Leader Calls for Expulsion of US Forces from UK Bases and Nato Exit
Green Party leader Zack Polanski says UK should consider expelling US forces from bases, leave Nato, and reduce reliance on American military cooperation.
Dan Jarvis Quizzed Over Russian Oil Tanker Seizure Timing
Dan Jarvis told MPs the Russian oil tanker seized on Sunday had been monitored for days, deflecting suggestions its seizure was ordered by a PM under pressure after Healey's resignation.
Welfare vs Warfare: Starmer's Defence Spending Dilemma
Keir Starmer's defence spending increase, funded by cuts to other departments, revives the old 'welfare vs warfare' debate, questioning whether true safety includes social investment.
Ex-minister Carns slams 'unbelievable' waste and inefficiency at MoD
Al Carns, former armed forces minister, criticizes MoD for waste and inefficiency, urging scrapping legacy programmes like tanks to fund new technology.
Healey: Defence Plans 'Well Short', UK Must Reach 3% by 2030
Shadow Defence Secretary John Healey criticizes current defence investment plans as 'well short of what is required', urging the UK to commit to 3% GDP spending by 2030 to counter Russian threats.
Healey Attacks Treasury in Resignation Over Defence Spending
John Healey resigned as Defence Secretary, criticizing the Treasury's defence spending plans. He urged 3% GDP target by 2030, warning current plans fall short amid global threats.
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