Fingerprint clue to 2,000-year-old boat raid mystery
A 2,000-year-old fingerprint found on a preserved boat may reveal the origins of ancient sea raiders who attacked a Danish island. Could this unlock the mystery? Read the full story.
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Defence spending plans in chaos as key strategy delayed
The UK's Defence Investment Plan is delayed until 2026 amid a £2.6bn budget shortfall and the troubled Ajax programme. Read the full analysis of the military spending crisis.
Estonia ferry disaster caused by bow failure, report confirms
New report definitively concludes the 1994 Estonia ferry sinking was due to bow failure, not collision or explosion. Read the final findings on Europe's worst maritime disaster.
Saodat Ismailova's 'As We Fade' at Baltic Gateshead
Uzbek artist Saodat Ismailova's major exhibition 'As We Fade' opens at Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art in Gateshead. Explore immersive sound and video installations until 23 March 2025.
Putin's growing temptation for war with Europe
As US support wavers, the risk of Russia expanding its conflict into NATO territory is alarmingly real. Explore the fragile European defence landscape.
Nato Considers Aggressive Response to Russian Hybrid Attacks
Nato is exploring a more aggressive stance, including potential pre-emptive action, to deter Russian hybrid warfare attacks across Europe. Read the latest analysis.
Nato mulls 'aggressive' new stance against Russian attacks
Nato is exploring a more aggressive, pre-emptive approach to deter Russian hybrid attacks, including drone incursions and cyberattacks. Read the latest on the alliance's strategic shift.
NATO Considers Pre-emptive Action Against Russian Hybrid Attacks
A senior NATO official warns the alliance may adopt a more aggressive, pre-emptive stance to deter Russian hybrid warfare, including cyberattacks and infrastructure sabotage. Read the latest on the escalating security crisis.
Gdańsk: £15 Flights & £65 5* Hotels
Discover Gdańsk, Poland's affordable Baltic gem. Get return flights from £100, 5* hotels for £65, and explore its rich history and cuisine without the extreme heat.
UK-EU defence fund talks break down over costs
UK fails to reach agreement on joining EU's €150bn SAFE defence fund. British defence firms limited to third-country participation despite post-Brexit reset efforts.
NATO jets intercept Russian nuclear bombers over Baltic
NATO scrambles fighter jets after Putin deploys nuclear-capable bombers over the Baltic Sea, while insisting he has 'no intention of attacking Europe'. Read the full analysis.
EU Proposes Deeper Defence Ties with Ukraine
The EU's defence chief has proposed a major integration of the bloc's defence industry with Ukraine, including a €1.5bn support package. Discover how this strategic shift responds to US disengagement.
Marine life thrives on Nazi weapons in Baltic Sea
Scientists discover thousands of sea creatures flourishing on abandoned WWII munitions in Germany's Bay of Lübeck, creating unexpected underwater ecosystems.
Italian court approves Nord Stream suspect extradition
Italy's highest court has cleared the extradition of a Ukrainian man to Germany, suspected of detonating the Nord Stream pipelines. Discover the latest on this major international case.
UK unprepared for military attack, MPs warn
A damning report reveals Britain lacks a homeland defence plan and struggles to meet NATO obligations. Discover the urgent response and £1.5bn investment.
UK Defence Under Scrutiny as New Arms Factories Planned
MPs warn the UK lacks a homeland defence plan as the government pledges new munitions factories and 1,000 jobs. Discover the strategic response to rising threats.
Putin's WW3 Flashpoints: NATO Borders Targeted
Fears of WW3 escalate as Putin tests NATO defences with attacks in Romania and Poland. Experts warn of Kremlin's expansionist ambitions. Read the full analysis.
British Army's Ajax Vehicles Deemed Unfit for Deployment
Exclusive investigation reveals the British Army's flagship Ajax fighting vehicles remain unfit for frontline deployment despite £4bn investment, with ongoing vibration and noise issues endangering crew safety.
Satellite reveals Russian nuclear sub near NATO waters
New intelligence imagery shows Russia's advanced nuclear submarine positioned in Baltic Sea, raising concerns among defence experts about escalating tensions with NATO.
Healey demands evidence from MoD on army recruitment
Defence Minister John Healey demands transparency from Ministry of Defence officials regarding army recruitment figures amid concerns over military readiness.
NATO shoots mystery drone near Estonia US base
Allied forces intercept and destroy unidentified UAV approaching sensitive military installation amid heightened regional tensions. Defence officials remain tight-lipped about the mysterious aircraft's origin and purpose.
Russian spy plane intercepted over Baltic Sea
A Russian military intelligence aircraft was intercepted by NATO fighters near Polish airspace in a tense Baltic Sea confrontation, raising regional security concerns.
Germany warns of Russia's Baltic military expansion
Berlin issues stark warning about Russia's expanding military presence in Baltic Sea region, raising concerns about regional stability and energy infrastructure security.
Russian jets violate NATO airspace near Lithuania
Two Russian military aircraft illegally entered NATO airspace near Lithuania, prompting swift interception by German fighter jets in a serious escalation of tensions.
Weather balloon forces Lithuanian airport shutdown
A mysterious weather balloon incursion has triggered unprecedented airspace closures across Lithuania, grounding flights and raising serious security concerns in the Baltic region.
Lithuania: Russia violates NATO airspace again
Moscow accused of flying military aircraft through Lithuanian airspace without authorization in latest provocation against NATO territory. The incident comes amid heightened regional security concerns.
Lithuania: NATO has 7 years to prepare for Russia conflict
Exclusive: In a chilling assessment, Lithuania's defence chief reveals NATO has approximately 7 years to prepare for potential Russian confrontation as Vladimir Putin's military rebuilds capacity.
NATO scrambles jets after Russian aircraft approach
UK Typhoon jets were urgently deployed alongside allied forces after Russian military aircraft were detected near NATO airspace, sparking dramatic interception over the Baltic region.
UK troops join major NATO reinforcement in Eastern Europe
British forces join major NATO reinforcement mission in Eastern Europe as alliance prepares for potential Russian aggression following Ukraine invasion.
UK troops get new powers to shoot down drones
British armed forces receive new authority to neutralise drone threats targeting military installations across the UK, marking a significant shift in domestic defence policy.
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