US Navy chief John Phelan ousted from Trump administration
Navy Secretary John Phelan has been removed from his post, the second senior Pentagon departure since the start of the Iran war.
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Welsh RAF veteran wins £300k after £4 competition
A Pembrokeshire RAF veteran who spent £4.28 on a competition has won £300,000, choosing the cash over a Lamborghini to pay off his mortgage and treat his family.
Helmand ambush survivor backs son's potential Army career
Twenty years after a Helmand ambush left him with burns to 75% of his body, Martyn Compton says he would support his son if he joined the Army.
Four killed in US strike on suspected drug boat in Caribbean
US Southern Command says four killed in Caribbean strike on suspected narco-trafficking vessel, bringing total deaths to 163 since September.
Orange County evacuates 40,000 over chemical tank fears
40,000 evacuated in Orange County, California, over a chemical tank containing methyl methacrylate at a GKN Aerospace facility that threatens to spill or explode.
Three Americans killed in Syria ambush blamed on Islamic State
Two US soldiers and a civilian interpreter were killed in an Islamic State ambush in Syria on Saturday, the first American casualties since Assad's fall.
Foreign Office to face inquiry into UK role in Libya
MPs launch inquiry into UK's role in Libya's collapse, examining the 2011 intervention, its aftermath, and security implications.
US Air Force's largest aircraft declares emergency over Pacific
A US Air Force C-5M Super Galaxy declared a mid-air emergency over the Pacific while en route to Hawaii, returning safely to Travis Air Force Base.
US asserts 'non-international armed conflict' with cartels to justify Caribbean strikes
Trump administration tells Congress it is in 'non-international armed conflict' with drug cartels, defending Caribbean strikes that killed 17.
German Admiral Warns of Rapid Russian Threat in Baltic Sea
Germany's top admiral warns of rapid Russian threat in the Baltic Sea, citing daily encounters, shadow fleet risks, and sabotage incidents.
Russia launches massive strikes on Ukrainian gas sites as Zelenskyy heads to US for Trump talks
Russia launches massive drone and missile attack on Ukrainian gas facilities, causing outages, as Zelenskyy heads to Washington for talks with Trump on Tomahawk missiles.
Putin issues chilling nuclear warning as Poseidon drone nears deployment
Putin warns of nuclear Poseidon drone, claims victory in Ukraine, as Chernihiv attack kills two. Analysts question support.
New Zealand soldier convicted of attempted espionage in historic first
A New Zealand soldier has been convicted of attempted espionage, the first such conviction in the country's history, after offering secrets to an undercover officer.
Royal Navy tracks Russian warships twice a week
Royal Navy ships are being deployed twice a week on average to shadow Russian warships and sanctioned oil tankers in UK waters, MoD figures show.
London man arrested in Cyprus over alleged spying on RAF Akrotiri for Iran
British police seek extradition of London man accused of spying on RAF Akrotiri for Iran, under the National Security Act.
GPS jammed on RAF jet carrying Defence Secretary near Russian border
An RAF jet carrying UK Defence Secretary John Healey had its GPS jammed for three hours near Russia, amid rising tensions and after recent Russian intercepts.
Aldrich Ames, CIA officer who spied for Soviet Union and Russia, dies aged 84
Aldrich Ames, the CIA officer convicted of spying for Moscow, has died in prison aged 84.
Putin mouthpiece issues WW3 warning You will burn everywhere
Russian state TV host Vladimir Solovyov warns the West that shipping and trade routes will 'burn everywhere' as Moscow turns its back on diplomacy.
Ukrainian Mirage 2000 crashes after pilot ejects due to technical fault
Mirage 2000 crashes in Ukraine after technical fault; protests over corruption bill; talks in Istanbul; drone strike deaths; US oil sanction warning; UK spy conviction.
Putin suffers worst Russian soldier casualty rate this year
Russia suffered its worst casualty rate in Ukraine this year, with 42,860 losses in July, as experts say the Kremlin is disguising a slow advance.
Search Underway After Intruder Steals Weapons at Darwin Naval Base
Search underway after intruder breaches Darwin naval base, overpowers crew member and steals weapons from patrol boat.
Russia burns after huge Ukraine attack as smoke blackens sky
Ukrainian drone attacks hit Russia's Saratov oil refinery and a Wildberries logistics hub in Samara, with huge smoke plumes visible overnight.
Democratic lawmakers say Caribbean strike reports vindicate warnings over illegal orders
Democratic lawmakers who warned troops could refuse illegal orders say reports of a Caribbean strike prove their point, amid criticism of Pete Hegseth.
Fujian carrier marks new era for China's navy as it enters service
China's newest aircraft carrier, the Fujian, enters service with advanced electromagnetic launch technology, bolstering the navy's capabilities and strategic reach.
£50bn Hearing Loss Bill Threatens Defence Budget
£50bn MoD hearing loss compensation bill could strain UK defence budgets, warns former soldier, as court ruling opens claims for thousands.
Ukraine vows offensive strikes as Russia plans to mobilise 409,000 troops
Ukraine pledges offensive operations as Russia mobilises 409,000 troops and forms 11 new divisions, with heavy losses on both sides.
Australia boosts defence spending by A$53bn but falls short of Trump's demands
Australia's new defence strategy adds A$53bn over a decade but remains below Trump's 3.5% GDP target, with Aukus and drone spending key priorities.
Royal Navy imposes alcohol limits and dry days in health crackdown
Royal Navy restricts sailors to 14 units of alcohol weekly, with dry days and new logging rules to tackle excessive drinking and improve fitness.
China commissions advanced Fujian aircraft carrier
China's most advanced aircraft carrier, the Fujian, has entered service, boosting its naval reach and complicating Taiwan's defensive plans.
Kim Jong-un hails troops who cleared mines in Russia's Kursk region
Kim Jong-un confirms North Korean troops cleared landmines in Russia's Kursk region, praising their efforts and honouring nine dead.
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