Category : Defence


Pentagon Seizes Control of Stars and Stripes Newspaper

Press freedom advocates condemn the Pentagon's move to seize editorial control of the independent military newspaper Stars and Stripes, stripping its civilian oversight and First Amendment protections for troops.

Royal Navy's Autonomous Helicopter Makes History

The Royal Navy's first full-size autonomous helicopter, Proteus, has successfully completed its maiden flight in Cornwall. This marks a key milestone for the UK's defence strategy. Read more about this groundbreaking development.

NATO jets intercept flight over WiFi hotspot name

NATO fighter jets were scrambled to intercept a Turkish Airlines flight after a passenger set up a WiFi hotspot named 'I have a bomb, everyone will die'. The emergency unfolded over the Mediterranean.

UK raises military call-up age limit to 65

The Ministry of Defence is increasing the age limit for calling retired personnel back to serve to 65. Defence expert Francis Tusa explains why this older cohort could be the UK's best hope.

WWII Bomb Forces 800 to Evacuate in Plymouth

A German WWII bomb discovered on a Plymouth building site has led to a major overnight evacuation. 800 residents were moved as bomb disposal experts worked to remove the device. Read the latest updates.

UK Arctic Training Amid Trump's Greenland Threats

Exclusive report from the Arctic Circle with Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper. UK and Norwegian forces train as a deterrent to Russia, while Trump's Greenland claims risk NATO unity. Read the full analysis.

Major Change to UK Reservist Rules from 2027

Defence Secretary John Healey unveils plans to make it easier to recall tens of thousands of reservists for 'warlike preparations' from 2027, as part of a new defence era. Read the full details.

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