Man charged over Galway mosque terror plot denied bail
Connor Pollock, 38, from Co Down, has been refused bail on terrorism charges linked to an alleged plot to attack a Galway mosque. Read the full details of the case.
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Man denied bail in cross-border terror plot case
Connor Pollock, 38, from Co Down, charged under Terrorism Act. Court hears of alleged links to Irish Defence Army plot targeting mosque and migrant facilities. Bail refused.
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.
UK must ready 'sons and daughters' for Russia war, warns top general
Britain's top military chief warns the public must prepare for potential conflict with Russia, calling for a 'whole of nation response'. Read his stark message on national readiness.
Kenyans sue British Army over unsafe training conditions
Dozens of Kenyan labourers are taking legal action against the British Army, alleging dangerous work during exercises, including a lion mauling. Lawmakers accuse troops of misconduct.
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.
Army Pauses Ajax Training as Soldiers Fall Ill
The British Army has suspended Ajax armoured vehicle training after noise and vibration left approximately 30 soldiers vomiting and shaking. The £6.3bn programme faces renewed scrutiny.
Army Pauses Ajax Vehicles After Soldiers Fall Ill
The British Army suspends its £6.3bn Ajax vehicle programme for two weeks after troops report sickness from noise and vibration. Investigation launched.
Army Pauses Ajax Vehicles After Troops Fall Ill
The British Army suspends Ajax armoured vehicles for two weeks after approximately 30 soldiers report illness from noise and vibration during exercises. Read the latest on the £6.3bn programme.
Army Pauses Ajax Use After Troops Fall Ill
The British Army suspends Ajax armoured vehicle training for two weeks after 30 soldiers report illness from noise and vibration. Investigation launched.
Army Pauses Ajax Use Over Troop Safety Concerns
The British Army has paused use of its new Ajax armoured vehicles after soldiers reported severe vibration and noise issues, leading to vomiting and shaking. Read the full investigation.
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.
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.
Irish Dancing Docuseries Explores Wigs & World Championships
Sky's new docuseries 'Battle of the Irish Dancers' follows young competitors preparing for the World Irish Dancing Championships, exploring the evolution of the art form post-Riverdance. Discover the story behind the spectacular wigs and routines.
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.
British Army receives first Ajax vehicles after 8-year delay
The troubled Ajax armoured vehicle programme reaches a milestone as the British military receives its first operational units, eight years behind schedule and billions over budget.
Irish PM's Emotional Newfoundland Pilgrimage
Taoiseach Simon Harris makes poignant journey to Irish Memorial in Newfoundland, honouring centuries of Irish heritage and the tragic legacy of 19th century immigrants.
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.
Army Mother Reveals Teen Soldier's Sex Assault Ordeal
A serving soldier's mother reveals shocking details of her teenage daughter's sexual assault by a senior officer, exposing systemic failures in Army safeguarding and sparking demands for urgent reform.
Army Sergeant Major Jailed for Soldier Sexual Assault
A senior British Army sergeant major has been sentenced to prison for sexually assaulting a teenage soldier, exposing serious misconduct within the military ranks.
Hundreds report sexual abuse in UK army medicals
Shocking revelations emerge as hundreds of women allege systematic sexual abuse during UK military medical assessments spanning five decades, prompting calls for official inquiry.
Police officer charged with theft of army equipment
A Wiltshire Police constable has been suspended and charged with theft after military equipment allegedly went missing from a British Army base, sparking an internal investigation.
Catherine Connolly Runs for Irish President as Independent
Galway West TD Catherine Connolly announces independent bid for Irish presidency, challenging established political narratives with her progressive platform and commitment to social justice.
Protestant man, 89, becomes Irish citizen after 70 years
After seven decades living in Ireland, 89-year-old Eric James has finally received Irish citizenship in a heartwarming story of belonging and identity.
British Army's secret Himalayan special forces training exposed
Exclusive: Special forces troops disappeared from public records during extreme high-altitude warfare training in Indian Himalayas, raising questions about secret military operations.
Army instructors face court martial over teen recruit sex claims
Shocking allegations emerge as military instructors stand accused of engaging in sexual activity with a teenage recruit and treating her as their 'naked maid' in a major defence scandal.
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.
Martin Mansergh: Architect of Irish Peace Dies at 76
Discover the remarkable legacy of Martin Mansergh, the key architect behind the Northern Ireland peace process whose quiet diplomacy and intellectual rigour helped transform Anglo-Irish relations.
MoD probe after sensitive Army docs found at bus stop
The Ministry of Defence has launched an immediate investigation after highly sensitive military documents containing details about British troops and equipment were discovered at a bus stop in Kent.
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