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.
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Nuclear test veterans take government to court over health
British nuclear test veterans and their descendants are launching legal action against the Ministry of Defence, demanding recognition and compensation for health issues they believe stem from radiation exposure during Cold War experiments.
Inside Britain's ghost village abandoned since WWII
Discover the haunting story of Imber, the Wiltshire village emptied during WWII that remains frozen in time, accessible to the public for just a few precious days each year.
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.
British troops shoot down hostile drones over UK bases
Exclusive report reveals British military personnel have taken direct action against Kremlin-linked drone incursions in UK airspace, marking a significant escalation in defence operations.
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.
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.
RAF and Royal Navy jets in near-miss over Suffolk
Two military aircraft from different services came within seconds of disaster during a training exercise, prompting a major Ministry of Defence investigation into the alarming incident.
Estonia foils Russian sabotage plot targeting defence sites
Estonian security forces have detained suspects accused of plotting attacks on defence ministry buildings in a coordinated sabotage campaign linked to Russian intelligence operations.
MOD Rejects Veterans' PTSD Compensation Claims
Exclusive investigation reveals Ministry of Defence systematically denying PTSD compensation to military veterans, leaving heroes fighting for support after serving their country.
Ant Middleton sued by military over secrets in book
Former SAS: Who Dares Wins frontman Ant Middleton is being sued by Ministry of Defence officials for allegedly revealing classified military information in his explosive new book.
BBC World Service independence threatened by defence funding
Exclusive: Former BBC Controller raises alarm over potential compromise of BBC World Service's editorial independence as Ministry of Defence pushes for greater funding involvement in the internationally renowned broadcaster.
Hegseth fires Navy aide in shock dismissal
Veterans Minister Pete Hegseth has abruptly terminated his senior Navy aide Jon Harrison in a surprise move that's sent shockwaves through Westminster. The sudden dismissal comes amid growing tensions within the defence ministry.
Parachute Regiment faces new legal battle over 1971 shooting
Exclusive: New legal action launched against Ministry of Defence over 1971 shooting of two men in Bogside, as victims' families continue their 50-year fight for justice.
MoD calls up veterans in 'Dad's Army' style defence shake-up
The Ministry of Defence is implementing sweeping changes to Britain's reserve forces, calling up veterans and part-time soldiers in what critics are labelling a modern 'Dad's Army' strategy. As Vladimir Putin continues military posturing, this strategic s
MoD Admits Liability for Bloody Sunday Killings
The Ministry of Defence has formally admitted legal liability for the deaths of three men shot by soldiers from the Parachute Regiment on Bloody Sunday in Londonderry, a pivotal moment in the Northern Ireland Troubles.
Army veterans to face trial over 1972 Bloody Sunday killings
Two former Parachute Regiment soldiers, known as Soldier A and Soldier C, will stand trial for murder and attempted murder related to the 1972 Bloody Sunday incident in Londonderry, following a recent court ruling.
Army Daughter's Suicide After Harassment by Convicted Boss
The mother of Jaysley-Louise Beck, a 23-year-old Ministry of Defence employee, speaks out after her daughter took her own life following alleged relentless harassment by a manager who was later convicted of sexually assaulting another woman.
SAS Soldier Killed in Live-Fire Training Catastrophe
A decorated Special Forces soldier was tragically killed in a live-fire training exercise after a comrade's weapon unexpectedly discharged at point-blank range. The Ministry of Defence has launched a full investigation into the devastating incident.
Estonia: Russia commits 'brazen' airspace violation
Estonia's defence ministry reports a Russian military transport aircraft violated its airspace near the Baltic Sea. The incident, described as a serious provocation, heightens regional tensions and raises concerns over NATO's eastern flank security.
SAS Veterans Arrested in Afghan Murder Investigation
Two decorated SAS veterans have been apprehended by Ministry of Defence police on suspicion of murder, following a years-long investigation into the death of an Afghan man during a 2011 raid. The case, now with the Crown Prosecution Service, threatens to
Putin's Top TV Attack Dog Turns on Russian Military Over War
Vladimir Solovyov, a key Kremlin propagandist, has launched an extraordinary on-air tirade against Russia's Defence Ministry, blaming military leaders for the nation's battlefield failures in Ukraine and warning of dire consequences.
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.
SAS Faces High Court Over Alleged Afghanistan Killings Cover-Up
A landmark High Court case accuses the Ministry of Defence of a 'wall of silence' over alleged unlawful killings by SAS soldiers in Afghanistan. The families demand justice and a full public inquiry.
Chinook disaster families launch court bid for new probe
Relatives of the 29 victims killed in the 1994 RAF Chinook helicopter crash on the Mull of Kintyre are taking the Ministry of Defence to court in a historic bid to overturn the controversial pilot negligence ruling and force a full, independent inquiry.
Army Officer, 28, Found Dead at Sandhurst
The Ministry of Defence confirms the heartbreaking death of Captain Jonathan Lewis, a promising young officer, at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst. The inquest hears he had been struggling with the immense pressures of service.
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.
Royal Marines Use Assault Course Water Tanks for Baptisms
In a remarkable display of faith and military tradition, Royal Marines chaplains are now performing baptism ceremonies for commandos using the water tanks from the gruelling 'Bottom Field' assault course at the Commando Training Centre in Lympstone.
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
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