UK to Make 'Wide-Ranging Military Contribution' to Strait of Hormuz Mission
UK to make wide-ranging military contribution to international mission protecting shipping in Strait of Hormuz, amid fragile ceasefire.
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Australia Signed $20m Israeli Arms Deal Before UN Genocide Report
Australia signed a $20m arms deal with Israeli company Elbit Systems two weeks before a UN genocide report, drawing criticism from human rights experts.
Trump Tells Merz to 'Fix His Broken Country' in Fresh Attack on German Chancellor
Trump attacks German Chancellor Merz, telling him to fix his country and the Ukraine war, amid threats to reduce US troops in Germany.
Iranian and Romanian Charged Over Faslane Nuclear Base Incident
Iranian man and Romanian woman charged after attempting to enter Faslane nuclear submarine base in Scotland.
IAEA Concerned as Fire Hits Ukraine Nuclear Substation
IAEA reports fire at substation near Ukraine nuclear plant, raising safety concerns during wartime.
Russian Jets Intercept RAF Spy Plane Over Black Sea
UK condemns dangerous Russian jet intercepts of RAF spy plane over Black Sea, with near misses in April.
North Korea Fires Ballistic Missile Over Japan in Major Provocation
North Korea fires ballistic missile over Japan, longest distance ever, prompting military drills by US, Japan, and South Korea.
RAF Typhoons Scrambled to Intercept Russian Drones Near Nato Airspace
RAF Typhoons scrambled from Romania to intercept Russian drones near Nato airspace; did not open fire as targets stayed in Ukraine.
Soldier Dies In Iraq Training Accident Named As Lcpl Freeman
British soldier Lance Corporal James Freeman, 29, dies in training accident in Iraq; tributes describe him as 'larger than life' and 'steadfastly dependable'.
MoD Data Breach Exposes Armed Forces Details
MoD data breach exposes names and bank details of UK armed forces personnel; defence secretary to address MPs.
Russia Strikes Kyiv With Hypersonic Missile in ‘Deranged’ Attack
Russia hits Kyiv with hypersonic Oreshnik missile, killing 4 and injuring about 100 in massive attack on capital and surrounding region.
Iran-Backed Group Claiming London Attacks Exposed by US
US Department of Justice reveals HAYI, claiming London attacks, is a front for Iran-backed Kata'ib Hezbollah.
Iran Downs Two US Fighter Jets in Major Airspace Clash
Iranian forces shoot down two US military jets, challenging claims of degraded air defenses.
Trump Endorses Aukus, Signs $8.5bn Rare Earths Deal with Australia
Trump endorses Aukus, signs $8.5bn rare earths deal with Australia, praises PM Albanese but chides ambassador Kevin Rudd.
Trump Confirms US-Iran Peace Deal, End to Military Ops
President Trump announces a peace deal with Iran, including the opening of the Strait of Hormuz and removal of naval blockade, confirmed by Pakistan.
Thatcher urged to steal French-made Exocet missiles during Falklands war
Declassified documents reveal attorney general urged Thatcher to steal Exocet missiles during Falklands war, and Chile's secret aid to UK.
Two US Military Jets Downed by Iranian Forces in Recent Days
Iran shoots down two US jets, including F-15 and A-10, raising doubts about Trump's claims of degraded air defences.
Reeves Faces Defence Budget Crisis Amid Global Instability
Chancellor Reeves uses departmental budget cuts to fund £13.5bn defence uplift, as MoD demands £18.5bn amid global instability.
Pentagon Releases New UFO Files: 209 Sightings Near US Nuclear Base
Pentagon releases new UFO files including 209 sightings near US nuclear base, with no evidence of aliens.
Sonic Boom Heard as RAF Typhoons Intercept Civilian Plane
RAF Typhoon jets intercepted a civilian plane over England, causing a sonic boom heard across south-east England.
Starmer Thanks Submariners After Record 205-Day Nuclear Patrol
PM Starmer thanks Royal Navy submariners after record 205-day nuclear patrol, as political row erupts over no Scottish visit.
Starmer Scrambles for Defence Cash After Minister Quits
Keir Starmer rushes to fund military spending after two defence ministers resigned, slashing other public service budgets ahead of the G7 summit in France.
RAF Typhoons Intercept Russian 'Doomsday Plane' Over Baltic Sea
RAF Typhoons intercepted a Russian Tu-214SR 'doomsday plane' over the Baltic Sea, highlighting NATO's Baltic Air Policing mission amid heightened tensions.
West Point Cadets Confront Fake Trump Afghanistan Story In Training
West Point cadets face a fabricated story about Trump's Afghanistan response in training, as the president prepares to address graduates amid controversial policy changes.
UK Prepared to Deploy RAF Typhoons to Keep Strait of Hormuz Open After Iran War
UK offers RAF Typhoons and mine-hunting drones for Strait of Hormuz mission after Iran war, as part of multinational effort to safeguard navigation.
Suspicious Bets on Iran Conflict Raise Insider Trading Concerns
Over $1bn in suspiciously timed bets on Iran war developments raise insider trading concerns among lawmakers and experts.
Top Republicans Voice Concern Over US Troop Withdrawal From Germany
Top US Republicans express concern over Pentagon's decision to withdraw 5,000 troops from Germany, warning it risks undermining deterrence and sending wrong signal to Putin.
Australian Troops Safe After Drone Strike on UAE Base as Hastie Says Rules-Based Order a ‘Fantasylan
Australian troops safe after drone strike on UAE base; Hastie calls rules-based order a 'fantasyland' amid US-Israel-Iran conflict.
Pete Hegseth Lifts Suspension for Army Helicopter Crew After Kid Rock Flyby
Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth lifts suspension for Army helicopter crew that flew near Kid Rock's home, citing no punishment or investigation.
Britons Urged to Stock Torches and Candles for Emergencies
Deputy PM Oliver Dowden urges Britons to stock torches, candles, and radios for emergencies, announces new resilience academy.
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