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UK to send long-range 'Nightfall' missiles to Ukraine

Britain will provide powerful new 'Nightfall' ballistic missiles to Ukraine, capable of striking targets over 300 miles away. Defence Secretary John Healey announced the £9m contract during a visit to Kyiv.

Russia launches Oreshnik missile in attack near Poland

Russia has launched its new hypersonic Oreshnik missile for only the second time, striking western Ukraine. The attack, condemned as an escalation, comes amid warnings over the weapon's nuclear capabilities. Read the full report.

Red Tape Threatens Shetland Spaceport Launches

Legal expert warns UK's space launch ambitions, centred on Shetland's SaxaVord, could be jeopardised by an unfit licensing regime. Read why the sector's future hangs in the balance.

Russian Attack Cuts Power to 600,000 in Kyiv

A massive Russian drone and missile attack on Kyiv's energy infrastructure has left over 600,000 without power. Three killed, dozens injured. Read the latest on the escalating conflict.

Putin oversees test of nuclear missile targeting UK

Vladimir Putin has overseen the test launch of a new intercontinental ballistic missile amid escalating nuclear tensions with the West. The Yars missile, capable of carrying multiple nuclear warheads to targets including Britain, was fired from a mobile l

North Korea fires missiles during Trump Seoul visit

In a brazen act of military provocation, North Korea launched multiple ballistic missiles during Donald Trump's high-profile visit to South Korea, dramatically escalating regional tensions and challenging international sanctions.

US Navy Warship's Secret Pacific Missile Mission

Exclusive: The USS Carney raced across the Pacific in a high-stakes mission to intercept ballistic missiles, revealing unprecedented military readiness amid rising global tensions.

Russia tests nuclear-powered Burevestnik missile

Russia has conducted another successful test of its formidable Burevestnik nuclear-powered cruise missile, raising concerns among Western defence officials about Moscow's advancing strategic capabilities.

Putin's Nuclear Missile Tests Raise Global Security Fears

Russia reportedly conducts new tests of its formidable Burevestnik nuclear-powered cruise missile, a weapon with unlimited range that could bypass Western defence systems. Vladimir Putin confirms development progress as global security concerns escalate.

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