Germany revives conscription as EU warns of Russia war
Berlin considers dramatic return to national service while European Union warns member states to urgently prepare for potential conflict with Russia in stark security alert.
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Myanmar Junta Forcibly Recruits UK Citizens
Exclusive: UK citizens reportedly conscripted by Myanmar's military regime as civil conflict escalates, raising urgent diplomatic concerns
Putin Recruits 135,000 Soldiers in Major Military Expansion
Vladimir Putin orders largest military recruitment drive since Ukraine invasion as Russia prepares for winter offensive. Defence experts analyse the strategic implications for European security.
Health Conditions That Qualify for NHS Fast-Track
Discover the specific medical conditions that grant patients priority access to NHS services, from severe mental health issues to physical disabilities, and understand the eligibility criteria.
Russia Sends HIV-Positive Troops to Ukraine Frontline
Exclusive report reveals Russia's alarming new conscription tactics, deploying soldiers with serious illnesses like HIV and hepatitis to bolster its depleted forces in Ukraine, raising grave ethical and military concerns.
Ex-SAS Soldier Demands Mandatory National Service for UK Youth
A decorated former SAS soldier is urging the next government to introduce compulsory national service, arguing it would instil discipline, unity, and purpose in Britain's 'lost' younger generation.
New UK Car Tax Rules 2025: EV Owners to Pay
Major Vehicle Excise Duty (VED) changes are coming in 2025. Our guide explains how the new UK car tax laws will affect electric and petrol car owners, who must pay, and how to avoid penalties.
Cooper Pledges UK Asylum for Ukrainians Fleeing Conscription
Shadow Home Secretary Yvette Cooper vows to fast-track asylum for Ukrainians escaping forced conscription, criticising the UK's current response as a 'betrayal' of its commitments.
Defence Secretary Calls For Mandatory National Service Return
Defence Secretary Barry Davies ignites a national debate by advocating for the return of compulsory National Service, arguing it would instil discipline, bridge social divides, and bolster UK security in an increasingly volatile world.
Poles Forcibly Conscripted by Nazis Then Fought for Allies
New research uncovers the extraordinary story of thousands of Polish men forced into Nazi service who later defected to join Allied forces, a hidden chapter of WWII history finally coming to light.
Poland's WWII Conscription Scandal: Forced to Fight for the Enemy
A groundbreaking new exhibition in Poland reveals the harrowing stories of Polish men forcibly conscripted into the Wehrmacht, unearthing a long-suppressed national trauma and igniting fierce debate about victimhood and collaboration.
South Sudan's lost generation: children trapped in war
As South Sudan's civil war rages on, thousands of youths are being coerced into armed groups or lured by gang violence. This in-depth report explores the devastating impact on a lost generation.
Who gets free NHS prescriptions? Full UK eligibility list
Discover if you're eligible for free NHS prescriptions in the UK with our comprehensive guide. Check the full list of qualifying conditions and benefits.
Ukraine civilians attack draft officers in Mykolaiv
Violence erupts in Mykolaiv Oblast as civilians attack military draft officers with metal pipes, signalling growing frustration with President Zelensky's leadership.
Germany mulls return of compulsory military service
Germany is reportedly weighing the return of compulsory military service as tensions with Russia escalate. The move could reshape national defence policies in response to growing geopolitical threats.
Russian father in US gets Putin’s draft notice
A Russian father who escaped to the US to avoid conscription was shocked when he received a draft notice—despite living thousands of miles away. Read his harrowing story.
Fish and religion exempt from hosepipe bans
Amidst hosepipe bans, exemptions for fish ponds and religious ceremonies spark debate. Discover the surprising allowances during water restrictions.
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