Opinion Section

Turkey is a powerful broker in the current world crisis

While Turkey’s government is struggling to deal with mass protests at home (after Istanbul’s mayor Ekrem Imamoglu was imprisoned), in foreign affairs it is in an increasingly strong position as a key power broker in deals with Europe, the US and Russia.

The critical role of trade shows in showcasing future tech

As the West and its allies face mounting threats, trade shows are more crucial than ever for showcasing cutting-edge technology and shaping the conversation, observes Rear Admiral (Ret’d) Jon Pentreath CB, OBE, DSEI Senior Military Advisor.

NAVAL NEWS

Brazil to buy both British Albion class assault ships

The Brazilian Navy has formally signed an agreement to acquire two Royal Navy amphibious assault ships, HMS Albion and HMS Bulwark, during the LAAD Defence & Security 2025 event in Rio de Janeiro.

The evolving role of the Royal Marines Commandos

The inscription at the Royal Marines Museum still reads: Per Mare, Per Terram. Perhaps today we should add: "…by data, by drone."

BAE Systems wins $70m Virginia sub missile tube contract

BAE Systems has been awarded a $70 million contract by General Dynamics Electric Boat to manufacture missile tubes for the U.S. Navy’s next-generation Virginia-class submarines.

AVIATION NEWS

UK and Australia to build next-gen Modular Weapons Systems

Officials have likened the programmes to ‘concept cars’ for weapons technology—demonstrators designed to trial and refine future battlefield systems before transitioning to full-scale production.

RAF jets scrambled after aircraft loses contact with ATC

RAF Lossiemouth has confirmed that Quick Reaction Alert (QRA) Typhoons were launched earlier today after a civilian aircraft failed to respond to air traffic control.

Huge £251m UK missile defence contract awarded to Chemring

Roke Manor Research, a subsidiary of Chemring Group, has been awarded a £251 million contract by the Ministry of Defence (MoD) to lead a...

LAND NEWS

UK says security guarantees key to lasting peace in Ukraine

The UK has called on its international partners to offer "real and credible security assurances" to Ukraine, warning that a durable peace will only be possible if Russia is deterred from continuing its aggression.

UK Defence Journal tricks Russian state media

An April Fools’ Day article published by the UK Defence Journal was mistakenly reported as fact by Russian state media outlet RT.

MOD confirms accommodation entitlements

The Ministry of Defence has confirmed that the Rented Living Accommodation Project (RLAP) costs approximately £80 million per year and will remain under contract until 1 April 2027.

International News

Fact Checks

A Russian submarine, Scotland, and an odd conspiracy

A recent BBC Scotland news story about the sighting of a Russian submarine off the west coast of Scotland has sparked a flurry of odd reactions on social media.

The myth that nukes are in Scotland to keep England safe

Misconceptions can often take root and spread quickly, one incorrect claim is that the UK stores all of its nukes in Scotland because they're too dangerous to keep in England. 

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