Craig Langford
Trained as a mechanical engineer, Craig took an unconventional route into journalism, bringing with him a rare technical precision and analytical depth that continues to set his reporting apart.
German warship secretly fires ballistic missile in Atlantic
A German frigate secretly fired a powerful, long range Israeli LORA ballistic missile in the North Atlantic, with NATO sending a very clear message to potential adversaries.
Construction of British deep space radar to begin in 2027
Construction of the British site for the Deep Space Advanced Radar Capability will begin in April 2027.
NATO warns Russia over submarine build up ‘We see them’
NATO says it is closely monitoring Russia's submarine force in the High North, including new-generation nuclear-powered cruise missile submarines operating from the Kola Peninsula.
UK seeks vehicle-mounted laser defence against drone swarms
The UK has opened a competition for new counter-drone techn intended to protect deployed troops from mass aerial threats, with particular interest in laser directed-energy weapons.
American forces strike IRGC targets in Iran
US forces have carried out a wave of strikes against Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps targets inside Iran, hitting air defence sites, radar systems, maritime assets and other military facilities.
UK yet to decide CASEVAC helicopter mix after 2027
The Ministry of Defence is yet to confirm exactly which platforms will perform the CASEVAC role between 2027 and 2030.
Serco wins RAF Fylingdales radar support contract
Serco has been awarded a five-year Ministry of Defence contract to continue operating, maintaining and sustaining the early warning radar at RAF Fylingdales in North Yorkshire.
US military not adapting fast enough says former General
The United States has not yet developed the new concept of warfare required to exploit advances in artificial intelligence, autonomous systems and other emerging technologies, General David Petraeus has warned.
Ireland in talks to join British-led naval alliance
High-level talks between British and Irish officials have begun on Ireland joining the Joint Expeditionary Force, the ten-nation grouping led by Britain, according to The Journal in Ireland.
NATO warships train to defend Iceland
NATO warships and mine countermeasure forces are taking part in Exercise Northern Viking 26 around Iceland, rehearsing the defence of the country and the strategically important sea routes.
