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Craig Langford

Craig Langford
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Craig initially trained as a mechanical engineer, but after a brief and disillusioning stint designing ventilation systems, he pivoted to journalism.

Australian warship ignores Chinese warnings

An Australian frigate has conducted what Canberra described as a routine transit through the South China Sea, with Chinese state media claiming the vessel was tracked and monitored throughout its passage.

America names new fighter drone Dark Merlin

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems has announced that its U.S. Air Force Collaborative Combat Aircraft will carry the designation YFQ-42A Dark Merlin.

Most powerful warship in the world heading to Iran

The U.S. Navy's newest aircraft carrier, USS Gerald R. Ford, has transited the Strait of Gibraltar and is heading east.

How U.S. Navy F-16 jets support adversary training

The aircraft form part of a broader adversary enterprise that includes other platforms used to replicate a range of air threats.

UK joins European push for low-cost air defence weapons

The UK has joined France, Germany, Italy and Poland in launching a new multinational initiative to develop low-cost air defence weapons aimed at countering drone and missile threats across Europe.

HII explores AI shipbuilding welding partnership

American shipbuilder HII has signed a memorandum of understanding with Path Robotics to explore the integration of artificial intelligence-driven welding technology into its shipbuilding operations.

Royal Navy submarine trainees pass out at HMNB Clyde

Thirty-nine Royal Navy submarine qualifying students have completed the classroom-based dry phase of their training at HMNB Clyde, the service stated.

British and French troops train for NATO rapid response role

British and French soldiers have taken part in joint training in France aimed at improving interoperability and demonstrating readiness to defend NATO territory, the Ministry of Defence stated.

Exercise Hyperion Storm validates RAF spec ops readiness

Exercise Hyperion Storm has confirmed Royal Air Force readiness to support the upcoming UK leadership role in the NATO Allied Reaction Force Special Operations Component from July 2026, the service stated.

U.S. Navy seeks to speed up Medium Landing Ship build

The U.S. Navy has issued a Request for Proposal for a Vessel Construction Manager to oversee the acquisition of its new Medium Landing Ship (LSM), with a contract award anticipated in mid-2026, the service stated.