Category : Defence


UK's 2026 'Gap Year Soldiers' Plan Unveiled

The UK is launching a new military gap year scheme in 2026 for under-25s. As Russia issues threats, experts debate the return of national service. Read the full analysis.

Women could be conscripted if UK goes to war

As global tensions rise, experts warn UK army numbers are insufficient. New reports examine how conscription could work for women, mirroring WWII efforts. Read the full analysis.

Women could be drafted in UK if WW3 starts

With rising threats from Russia, experts warn UK army numbers are insufficient. New analysis reveals how conscription could work for women, mirroring WWII efforts. Read the full report.

Venezuela in Chaos After Maduro's US Capture

A week after US forces seized dictator Nicolas Maduro, paranoia grips Caracas. Armed militias roam, citizens fear kidnap, and rival factions threaten to plunge the nation into bloody conflict. Read the full analysis.

FBI New York Head Appointed Co-Deputy Director

Christopher Raia, head of the FBI's New York field office, has been appointed co-deputy director, replacing Dan Bongino. The career agent brings decades of experience to the role. Read the full story.

Britain's £28bn Defence Black Hole Explained

The UK Ministry of Defence confronts a £28bn funding gap over four years. We examine the causes, from rising costs to new threats, and what it means for national security. Read the full analysis.

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.

Chagos Islanders Make Last-Ditch Appeal to Trump

Chagossian leaders warn President Trump that a £30bn deal to hand the archipelago to Mauritius risks the vital Diego Garcia base and could give China leverage. A critical vote is set for Monday.

Chagos Islanders Make Last-Ditch Appeal to Trump

Chagos islanders plead with Donald Trump to block Labour's £30bn plan to hand the archipelago to Mauritius, warning it risks a vital UK-US military base and could give China leverage. A critical parliamentary vote is set for Monday.

US seizes sanctioned oil tanker bound for Venezuela

US Marines and Navy have boarded and seized the oil tanker 'Olina' in a pre-dawn Caribbean raid. The Trump administration continues its campaign against vessels trading with Venezuela. Read the latest.

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