Badenoch: No Hope, No Fight for UK Youth
Tory leader Kemi Badenoch rules out compulsory national service, saying young people need jobs and hope to believe in Britain. Unveils £50bn defence fund plan.
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EU Court: Polish Tribunal Not Independent
The EU's top court has ruled Poland's Constitutional Tribunal lacks independence due to politicised appointments. The decision pressures Warsaw to enact reforms.
EU leaders clash over using frozen Russian assets for Ukraine
EU leaders meet in Brussels to decide on tapping €210bn in frozen Russian assets to fund Ukraine's defence. Poland's Tusk warns: 'money today, or blood tomorrow'. Follow live updates.
EU Summit on Frozen Russian Assets Amid Legal Threats
EU leaders meet in Brussels to decide on using €210bn in frozen Russian assets for Ukraine, as Moscow launches lawsuits and warns of war. The outcome tests Europe's global standing.
EU Summit to Decide on €90bn Ukraine Loan from Russian Assets
EU leaders meet in Brussels to decide on a €90bn loan for Ukraine, funded by frozen Russian assets. Pressure mounts as Kyiv faces battlefield challenges. Read the latest.
UK's £570m Erasmus Return Sparks Labour Rejoin Fears
Labour's plan to rejoin the Erasmus scheme for £570m a year ignites internal party conflict over Brexit reversal. Key figures push Starmer towards closer EU ties.
Labour's £6bn Erasmus deal fuels Brexit 'betrayal' claims
Sir Keir Starmer faces accusations of 'throwing billions away' after signing the UK up to the EU's Erasmus scheme at triple the pre-Brexit cost. Critics blast the move as a stealthy Brexit reversal.
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.
Russia targets Belgian leaders over frozen assets for Ukraine
Exclusive: European intelligence agencies reveal a GRU-led intimidation campaign against Belgian politicians and Euroclear executives to block the use of seized Russian funds for Ukraine. Read the full report.
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.
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.
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.
SNP independence 'threat to UK security' warns Shapps
UK Defence Secretary Grant Shapps launches extraordinary attack on SNP's independence blueprint, warning it would undermine national security and weaken Britain's defences in dangerous world.
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.
Pentagon Revamps Transgender Troops Policy
The US Department of Defence implements sweeping changes to transgender service policies, raising questions about military readiness and inclusion standards across NATO allies including Britain.
Trump's Nuclear Testing Plan: Costly Security Gamble
Exclusive investigation reveals Donald Trump's administration considered resuming nuclear weapons testing for the first time since 1992, with potentially devastating consequences for international relations and arms control.
Trump Discussed Resuming Nuclear Weapons Testing
Former President Donald Trump reportedly discussed resuming US nuclear weapons testing during his administration, raising global security concerns and potential treaty violations.
Starmer appoints new Defence Minister in government reshuffle
Prime Minister Keir Starmer makes strategic changes at Ministry of Defence as new government settles into Whitehall. Exclusive details on the personnel moves shaping Britain's defence leadership.
Zelenskyy: Patriot missile deal in works after Trump meeting
President Zelenskyy reports constructive talks with Donald Trump, revealing advanced negotiations for additional Patriot missile systems to bolster Ukraine's air defences against Russian aggression.
Silicon Valley's Defence Tech Gold Rush Transforms Industry
Silicon Valley is undergoing a dramatic transformation as tech entrepreneurs pivot from consumer apps to defence technology, driven by Pentagon funding and geopolitical tensions. Discover how this new 'war tech' boom is reshaping the industry.
Australia's nuclear sub workforce to quadruple
Australia embarks on a massive workforce expansion to support its nuclear-powered submarine programme, creating thousands of specialised jobs while facing significant recruitment challenges.
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.
Russia rebuilding military faster than expected - UK warning
Shadow Defence Secretary John Healey reveals alarming intelligence about Russia's rapid military expansion and calls for urgent UK defence strategy overhaul.
Missile testing plan threatens Indigenous sacred sites
Controversy erupts as Saab's proposed missile testing range threatens culturally significant Indigenous sites in South Australia, sparking heritage protection concerns.
Russian cyber attacks on NATO surge 25% in year
New intelligence shows a dramatic escalation in Russian cyber operations targeting NATO member states, with attacks increasing by a quarter as geopolitical tensions intensify across Europe.
Indonesia cancels Chinese fighter jet deal
Indonesia has abruptly terminated its $8 billion agreement to purchase Chinese Chengdu J-10 fighter jets, marking a significant pivot in defence strategy and raising questions about regional military alliances.
ADF soldier critically injured in training accident
A serious training accident during an ADF exercise in North Queensland has left one soldier with life-threatening injuries, sparking an urgent investigation into military safety protocols.
UK strikes heart of Putin's war machine in bold defence move
Britain strikes at the heart of Putin's military complex with precision defence operation targeting key Russian military assets, marking a significant escalation in support for Ukraine.
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