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The Albion class are gone, let’s move on
Ultimately, the Royal Navy is taking a calculated risk by prioritising future capabilities over retaining older, resource intenSive platforms - but will that risk pay off?
Trump approach to US space policy could throw some surprises
Donald Trump’s approach to US space policy could throw up some surprises, especially with Elon Musk on board.
NAVAL NEWS
Britain confirms plans to deploy aircraft carrier to Pacific
The UK Governmet have confirmed that HMS Prince of Wales will lead the Royal Navy's Carrier Strike Group deployment to the Indo-Pacific in 2025.
MOD reconfirms timelines for Type 26 and Type 31 Frigates
In a written parliamentary response, Maria Eagle MP, Minister of State for Defence, reaffirmed the Ministry of Defence's timelines for the introduction of new frigates into Royal Navy service by 2030.
UK confirms Type 26 Frigate shortlisted for Norwegian Navy
The Ministry of Defence has officially confirmed that the UK’s Type 26 Global Combat Ship is among the final contenders for Norway’s Future Frigate programme.
AVIATION NEWS
Excalibur aircraft completes key phase in combat air testing
Excalibur is expected to play a critical role in underpinning the development of next-generation combat air capabilities, including advanced sensors and communications systems.
Concerns raised over UK’s New Medium Helicopter timeline
The Ministry of Defence has reaffirmed its commitment to the New Medium Helicopter (NMH) programme, clarifying that its progress will not be impacted by the UK’s broader defence spending plans.
Leonardo to supply protection system for VIP Airbus A330
A government customer has selected Leonardo’s Miysis 'Directed Infrared Countermeasure' and 'MAIR' threat warning system to protect a VIP-configured Airbus A330 aircraft.
LAND NEWS
Serious Fraud Office investigates defence firm Thales
The Serious Fraud Office has initiated an investigation into allegations of bribery and corruption involving the multinational aviation and defence electronics group Thales.
Five Eyes Alliance warns of rising extremism threat to children
The Five Eyes alliance, comprising intelligence and law enforcement agencies from the UK, US, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand, has issued an unprecedented call to action to address the growing threat of child radicalisation by online extremists.
Ukraine strikes Russian air defences in Crimea
Ukrainian Armed Forces have successfully destroyed elements of a Russian S-400 air defence system in Simferopol, Crimea, marking a significant blow to Russia's military capabilities.
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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