Lockheed Martin Profits Soar as Global Conflicts Rage
Lockheed Martin reports surging profits and revenue for 2026, driven by global conflicts and increased defence spending. The company's shares rose 7.1% following the announcement.
Category : Defence
US Sends More Warships and Growler Jets to Persian Gulf
The United States intensifies military pressure on Iran, deploying an additional guided missile destroyer and six EA-18G Growler electronic warfare aircraft to the region.
Iran Strikes Could Spark Terror Wave Reaching UK
Tensions escalate as US carrier strike force positions near Iran, with experts warning military action could trigger long-term terrorism reaching UK shores amid chaotic diplomacy.
D-Day Hero's Final Wish Granted Days Before Death
A 100-year-old British D-Day veteran from Somerset has died 'a happy man' after receiving France's Légion d'Honneur medal just 11 days before his passing, fulfilling his final ambition.
Russian Ship Anchors Over UK Data Cables, Prompting Alert
A Russian cargo ship, the Sinegorsk, anchored for 14 hours near undersea data cables in the Bristol Channel, leading to surveillance by UK authorities amid rising concerns over Russian incursions.
Russian Ship Anchors Near UK Data Cables
The Sinegorsk cargo ship anchored for 14 hours near undersea telecom cables in the Bristol Channel, prompting surveillance by HM Coastguard and Royal Navy amid security concerns.
Royal Navy Cracks Down on Sailor Alcohol Consumption
The Royal Navy enforces new rules limiting sailors to 14 units of alcohol weekly and two alcohol-free days to improve health and operational readiness.
Russian Soldiers Surrender to Ukrainian Combat Robot
Extraordinary footage shows Russian soldiers surrendering to an armed Ukrainian ground robot, marking the first documented capture of enemy troops by an autonomous combat machine during active warfare.
Russian Ship Tracked Near UK Data Cables
A Russian cargo vessel has been monitored by the Royal Navy after spending 14 hours near undersea data cables in the Bristol Channel, raising security concerns.
Thai Air Force Pilots Die in Training Plane Crash
Two Thai Air Force pilots have been killed after their AT-6TH Wolverine aircraft crashed during a training mission near Chiang Mai. The cause is under investigation.
Royal Navy restricts alcohol on ships in health crackdown
The Royal Navy has introduced new alcohol restrictions, limiting sailors to 14 units weekly and requiring two alcohol-free days to meet government health targets.
Trump Warns Iran 'Next Attack Will Be Far Worse'
President Trump escalates threats against Iran, warning time is running out for a nuclear deal as a US carrier strike group moves with 'speed and violence'.
Ukraine War Nears 2 Million Military Casualties
A new report reveals nearly 2 million military casualties in the Ukraine conflict, with Russia suffering unprecedented losses since WWII as peace talks continue.
Royal Navy Orders Two Alcohol-Free Days Weekly for Sailors
The Royal Navy mandates sailors abstain from alcohol two days weekly and limits consumption to 14 units, marking a significant shift from centuries-old naval traditions.
Trump Sends 'Massive Armada' to Iran Amid Nuclear Standoff
President Donald Trump has dispatched the formidable USS Abraham Lincoln carrier strike group toward Iran, warning Tehran that 'time is running out' to negotiate a nuclear deal and avoid potential military confrontation.
Swinney Criticises UK's Scottish Maritime Defence Weaknesses
First Minister John Swinney has highlighted significant vulnerabilities in Scotland's maritime defences, criticising the UK Government for not stationing key naval vessels north of the border.
Trump's 'Massive Armada' Threatens Iran Amid Tensions
Donald Trump has escalated threats against Iran, deploying a carrier strike group to the Persian Gulf while experts analyse potential military intervention strategies amid ongoing protests.
Ukraine Destroys 15 Russian Aircraft in Drone Strikes
Ukraine's SBU spy service claims drone strikes eliminated 15 Russian military aircraft worth over $1 billion, while the country faces severe energy shortages amid freezing temperatures and intensified Russian attacks on infrastructure.
Tributes for British Army Officer Killed in Training
Captain Philip Gilbert Muldowney, 25, from Roscommon, died in a live fire training incident at Otterburn. The Army and local community mourn his loss.
Middle East Braces for Potential US Strikes on Iran
The Middle East remains on high alert as US naval forces await potential orders to strike Iran, with diplomatic appeals and internal US divisions adding to regional tensions.
RAF Typhoon 'Batman 11' Declares Mid-Air Emergency
A Royal Air Force Typhoon fighter jet with the callsign 'Batman 11' has declared a mid-air emergency while flying over Scotland, initiating emergency procedures during its return to RAF Lossiemouth.
Ukraine War Casualties May Reach 2 Million by Spring
A new CSIS report warns combined Russian and Ukrainian military casualties could reach 2 million by spring, with Russia suffering unprecedented losses for a major power since WWII.
Russian 'Penguin' Soldier Killed by Ukraine Drone
A Russian soldier wearing a bizarre penguin-like thermal cloak was eliminated by a Ukrainian drone strike, highlighting the ongoing drone warfare in the conflict.
Russia's Ukraine War Losses Worst Since WWII
A new study reveals Russian forces have suffered approximately 1.2 million casualties in Ukraine, the heaviest battlefield losses since the Second World War.
China's Military Purge: Top Generals Dismissed
China's Ministry of National Defence has removed two senior generals, Zhang Youxia and Liu Zhenli, amid corruption investigations. The purge leaves President Xi Jinping with unprecedented control over the PLA.
Protesters Blockade Edinburgh Defence Factory Over Israel Ties
Around 100 pro-Palestine demonstrators have blockaded the Leonardo UK aerospace factory in Edinburgh, demanding the termination of its F-35 contract with Lockheed Martin over alleged Israeli military use.
Russia's Nuclear Warning to NATO Over Hypersonic Weapons
A senior Russian politician has warned NATO capitals are vulnerable to Moscow's advanced hypersonic missile systems, escalating tensions amid ongoing conflict in Ukraine.
Army Officer Dies in Live-Firing Training Incident
An investigation is underway after Captain Philip Gilbert Muldowney, 25, died during a live-firing exercise at Otterburn Training Area in Northumberland.
UK Must Prepare for War Without US, MPs Warn
A parliamentary report warns Britain must become 'war ready' and cannot depend on the US as a reliable ally, citing potential NATO vulnerabilities and budget shortfalls.
Army Captain Dies in Live Firing Training Incident
Captain Philip Gilbert Muldowney, a 25-year-old officer described as outstanding, has died following an incident at Otterburn Training Area in Northumberland during live firing exercises.
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