Opinion Section
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.
Britain is a powerful country – but let’s not be silly
Britain is often portrayed as a nation in decline, but its global influence and capabilities remain significant. As one of the world’s leading nations, the United Kingdom still punches above its weight on the international stage.
NAVAL NEWS
RFA Fort Victoria ‘delayed to prioritise’ higher priority outputs
A parliamentary question from Mark Francois, Conservative MP for Rayleigh and Wickford, sought information on the planned timetable for RFA Fort Victoria to rejoin the active fleet.
British ships under ‘missile and torpedo attack’ in Norway
Exercise Tamber Shield will simulate torpedo and missile attacks, with British and Norwegian vessels engaging in high-speed combat drills throughout the fjords near Bergen.
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.
AVIATION NEWS
American bombers launch ‘simulated missile strike’ in Europe
Croatian Rafales and Bulgarian MiG-29s provided aerial protection, ensuring the American bombers could deliver decisive blows against simulated enemy positions.
UK to supply advanced attack drones to Ukraine
Ukraine’s armed forces will receive a new wave of advanced attack drones under a £30 million deal agreed between the UK government and defence...
UK and France to boost missile development to deter Putin
The UK and France must expand their defence industrial collaboration, particularly in missile development, to deter further Russian aggression, warned Maria Eagle, Minister of State for Defence Procurement and Industry.
LAND NEWS
Britain seeking to expand use of land drones
The British Army is actively developing uncrewed land systems as part of a broader modernisation programme, with multiple projects underway to enhance future capabilities.
UK declines to comment on US cyber ops suspension vs Russia
The UK government has declined to comment on operational matters following the US Defence Secretary’s decision to suspend offensive cyber operations against Russia.
UK has no plans to send more Challenger 2 tanks to Ukraine
The UK government has confirmed that it has no plans to supply Ukraine with additional Challenger 2 tanks, according to a written parliamentary response from the Ministry of Defence.
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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