UK's Submarine Spending Scandal: Billions Wasted
Exclusive investigation reveals the staggering cost of Britain's submarine programme while revolutionary drone technology offers a fraction of the cost. Defence experts question spending priorities.
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France pushes 30% cap on UK parts in EU defence fund
Paris proposes a 30% ceiling on the value of British-made components in EU defence projects, a move seen as a direct challenge to UK's defence industry and a new Brexit clash.
Baltic CEOs: 'We Are Next' If Ukraine Falls
Top executives from Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania issue a stark warning to Germany and the West, calling for immediate and decisive military support for Ukraine to prevent a wider conflict.
Admiral: Whitehall 'Blob' Sabotaging UK Defence
Exclusive: Admiral Sir Tony Radakin, the UK's Chief of the Defence Staff, delivers a devastating critique of the Whitehall establishment, branding the state as 'not working' and stifling crucial military reform with bureaucratic inertia.
Ex-Military Chief: Bureaucracy Delaying MOD Reform
A former head of the British Army, General Lord Dannatt, delivers a scathing critique, warning that remote meetings and bureaucratic inertia are dangerously delaying the Ministry of Defence's modernisation and preparedness.
Germany uncovers Russian spy plot in North Sea infrastructure
German authorities have exposed a sophisticated Russian spy network targeting critical energy and military infrastructure in the North and Baltic Seas, raising major security concerns across Europe.
NATO's carbon footprint rivals entire countries
Exclusive analysis reveals NATO's staggering military emissions rival those of entire industrialised nations, raising urgent climate security questions as the alliance faces pressure to decarbonise.
AUKUS Submarines Plagued by Critical Vulnerabilities
Exclusive: A damning parliamentary report reveals the $368bn AUKUS submarine programme is plagued by severe technological and workforce risks that could leave Australia's future fleet exposed.
UK's £1.2bn AUKUS Shipyard Investment for Nuclear Subs
The UK and Australian governments commit £1.2bn to modernise Henderson Shipyard, positioning it as a cornerstone of the AUKUS nuclear submarine programme and safeguarding thousands of skilled jobs.
Hundreds of 'Shadow' Tankers Exposed in Baltic Sea
A major investigation reveals a clandestine fleet of over 600 tankers is operating in the Baltic Sea, using opaque ownership and dubious insurance to transport Russian oil, raising serious environmental and security risks for the region.
MoD Scraps Woke ESG Rules for Defence Firms
The Ministry of Defence axes controversial 'social value' policy that forced weapons contractors to report on climate change and modern slavery, prioritising military effectiveness over ESG targets.
Russia-Belarus War Games Spark NATO Alarm on Polish Border
Russia and Belarus have commenced their largest joint military exercises, 'Zapad-2021', near the Polish border. The massive war games, involving tens of thousands of troops, sophisticated weaponry, and nuclear-capable forces, are raising alarm across NATO
Starmer's £4.7bn Defence Spending Dilemma Exposed
Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces a monumental challenge as he navigates conflicting promises to boost defence spending for Ukraine while addressing the humanitarian crisis in Gaza. This in-depth analysis examines the fiscal tightrope and political pressu
Poland: Putin's Drones Deliberately Breach NATO Airspace
Poland's defence minister confirms Russian drones attacked Ukrainian forces by crossing into Polish airspace, branding it a calculated test of NATO's defences and resolve.
London Arms Fair Sparks Fiery Protests and Police Clashes
Chaos engulfed a major London defence exhibition as activists clashed with police, setting tyres alight in a dramatic protest against the global arms trade. Our photo report captures the fiery scenes and the tense standoff.
MoD Rejects Scottish Call to Halt Nuclear Convoys
The Ministry of Defence has formally dismissed a request from Scottish Ministers to suspend the transport of nuclear defence materials, citing national security imperatives. The standoff highlights ongoing tensions in UK defence policy.
UK Teens Show Surprising Willingness to Enlist for War
A startling new study by the National Centre for Social Research uncovers a wave of patriotism among British teenagers, with a significant majority prepared to defend the UK in the event of war, signalling a major shift in youth attitudes.
UK Aims to Be Defence 'Workshop of the World'
Defence Secretary John Healey announces a major strategic shift to revitalise UK defence manufacturing, create jobs, and strengthen national resilience against global threats.
UK Launches Wartime Civilian Training Programme
Exclusive: The UK Ministry of Defence is rolling out a groundbreaking national defence training programme, 'Preparing Britain', teaching civilians essential survival skills for potential future conflicts, marking the first initiative of its kind since the
UK Plans Civilian Army: 1.2 Million to Get Wartime Training
The British government is launching a massive 'preparedness revolution', with plans to train 1.2 million civilians in essential defence and civil support roles. This marks the UK's largest mobilisation effort since the Cold War.
Pete Hegseth Considered for Defence Secretary in Trump Admin
Fox & Friends presenter Pete Hegseth is reportedly being considered for Secretary of Defence in a future Trump administration, sparking debate over his military commentary background.
Military Diversity Targets Spark Defence Readiness Fears
Exclusive: A leaked letter reveals top-level military concerns that the British Army's aggressive diversity and inclusion targets are compromising national security and undermining recruitment standards. Defence insiders warn the push for inclusivity is c
Germany to station permanent combat brigade in Lithuania
Germany is set to permanently station a combat-ready brigade in Lithuania, marking a pivotal shift in NATO's eastern flank defence and sending a stark message to Russia.
China's 'Star Wars' Laser Weapon Revealed: Blinds Pilots
Exclusive analysis of China's newly unveiled 'optical warfare' laser weapon, a disruptive system designed to blind pilots and fry electronics. How it compares to Western 'Star Wars' technology and what it means for global military balance.
Putin and Kim Sign Historic Mutual Defence Pact in Pyongyang
In a seismic shift for global security, Vladimir Putin and Kim Jong-un sign a landmark mutual defence treaty during the Russian leader's first visit to North Korea in 24 years, signalling a new anti-Western alliance.
Russia GPS Jamming Targets Von der Leyen's Aircraft
Exclusive: The Kremlin is suspected of orchestrating widespread GPS jamming, disrupting civilian flights and even targeting the aircraft of EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen in a major escalation of hybrid warfare tactics.
Russia Jams EU Chief's Plane GPS in Baltic Airspace
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen's plane was targeted by Russian GPS jamming over the Baltic Sea, raising serious concerns about aviation safety and hybrid warfare tactics.
Italy Weighs Secret Flights After Von Der Leyen GPS Attack
Exclusive: Italy's government is debating a radical plan to conceal official flight paths after the European Commission President's aircraft was hit by a severe GPS jamming incident over the Baltic, raising major security concerns.
Russian GPS Jamming Targets UK Flights in Safety Crisis
Exclusive: British airlines and private jets flying over Eastern Europe are being targeted by sophisticated Russian GPS jamming, creating a major aviation safety crisis and forcing pilots to revert to decades-old navigation techniques.
Norway Signs £10bn Deal for UK-Built Warships
Norway has signed a monumental £10 billion defence agreement to acquire advanced anti-submarine warfare ships, all to be constructed in British shipyards, marking a significant boost for UK manufacturing and NATO defence capabilities.
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