Russia masses 360k troops near NATO, 2026 'critical'
Ex-NATO official warns Putin has massed over 360,000 troops near Europe's border, making 2026 a critical year for European security. Read the urgent analysis and what UK defence chiefs are saying.
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Defence Chief: UK Must Prepare for Dangerous World
The head of the UK military warns that more Britons must be ready to fight and work in defence as the threat from Russia increases. Read his stark assessment.
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.
Family: NHS 'Not Ready' for Rabies After Mum's Death
The family of Yvonne Ford, 59, who died from rabies after a puppy scratch, have raised serious concerns about NHS preparedness at a pre-inquest hearing. Read the full story.
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 a 'sitting duck' against Russian threat, MPs warn
Defence Secretary issues a stark warning to Putin after a Russian spy ship targets RAF pilots. A damning parliamentary report reveals the UK is critically unprepared to defend itself from modern threats.
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 Plans 13 New Arms Factories Amid Defence Warning
MPs warn the UK lacks a defence plan as the government pledges new arms factories creating 1,000+ jobs. Read the full analysis of Britain's military readiness.
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.
Ukraine veterans: NATO not ready for Russia war
Frontline medics reveal NATO training outdated for modern warfare with Russia. Ukraine's battlefield experience shows urgent need for Western military adaptation. Read the shocking revelations.
Australian Defence spends £41k on war games training
Australian taxpayers fund unexpected government purchases including war-gaming boards and Minecraft education. Defence officials justify spending as vital training tools amid rising national debt concerns.
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.
Primary school crisis as kids lack basic skills
Shocking new data reveals thousands of children beginning primary school unable to communicate properly, use the toilet independently, or follow basic instructions, with experts blaming pandemic disruption and austerity cuts.
Ukraine's Brave1 drone system devastates Russian forces
Ukraine's cutting-edge 'Brave1' drone defence system is systematically dismantling Russian military positions, with devastating new footage revealing the destruction of armoured vehicles and soldier positions in a high-tech battlefield revolution.
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.
Student uses buffet tray to fight off knife attacker
A quick-thinking student used a silver buffet tray to fend off a knife attacker during a terrifying daylight robbery attempt in London, in a story of remarkable bravery and survival instincts.
Prince Andrew Stripped of Royal Navy Title
In an unprecedented move, the Ministry of Defence confirms Prince Andrew will lose his prestigious role as Vice-Admiral as the Royal Family continues to distance itself from the scandal-plagued Duke of York.
John Healey appointed Defence Secretary in Labour government
Veteran Labour MP John Healey takes charge of Ministry of Defence as new government begins major national security overhaul. The former shadow defence secretary brings decades of experience to the role.
UK Defence Secretary Reveals Military Readiness Crisis
John Healey reveals alarming new figures showing Britain's military equipment shortages and recruitment failures, sparking urgent calls for government action.
Turkey's Typhoon Gambit Challenges UK Defence Strategy
Turkey's bold pursuit of British Typhoon jets reveals a sophisticated soft power strategy that could reshape geopolitical alliances and challenge UK defence priorities.
MoD confirms unexplained aerial activity over Wiltshire base
The Ministry of Defence acknowledges mysterious incident involving unidentified aerial phenomena near Royal Artillery base, raising questions about UK airspace security.
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.
Pentagon Memo Exposes Gaps in US Military Readiness
An explosive internal Pentagon document reveals urgent concerns about America's rapid response forces, highlighting systemic vulnerabilities in military deployment capabilities that could compromise national security.
Human Superweapon: The Mind That Protected Britain
Discover the astonishing true story of Nicholas Wright, whose extraordinary mind was weaponised during the Cold War, creating what experts called 'the greatest war weapon ever conceived' - all contained within a single human brain.
Ukraine: Russia lost 150 warplanes, air force chief reveals
Exclusive: Ukrainian Air Force commander Lieutenant General Mykola Oleshchuk discloses staggering Russian aircraft losses and details Kyiv's sophisticated air defence strategy that's changing the war's dynamics.
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