Craig Langford
Craig initially trained as a mechanical engineer, but after a brief and disillusioning stint designing ventilation systems, he pivoted to journalism.
UK to receive first RCH 155 artillery demonstrator in 2028
The British Army is expected to receive its first RCH 155 mobile artillery demonstrator in 2028, the Ministry of Defence has confirmed.
Royal Navy patrol ships rotate in Falklands mission
The Royal Navy has carried out a planned rotation of its South Atlantic patrol vessels, with HMS Medway taking over duties around the Falkland Islands as HMS Forth begins her return to the UK.
US and partners open new air defence cell in Qatar
U.S. Central Command and regional partners have established a new air and missile defence coordination cell at Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar, the command stated.
UK weighs support for US boarding of sanctioned vessels
The Government has said that any future UK support for United States operations to board sanctioned vessels would be considered on a case-by-case basis, with decisions informed by legal advice and operational circumstances.
Over 87% of defence equipment spend goes to UK industry
The Ministry of Defence has said that the vast majority of its equipment spending is with British companies, while noting it does not track...
Army chief sets 2027 war test for UK armoured plans
The Chief of the General Staff has told an international defence audience that the British Army is reorganising its priorities around a blunt readiness question: what would have to change now if UK land forces were heading for large-scale combat in 2027.
UK confirms limits on military access to Irish airspace
The Ministry of Defence has said UK military aircraft do not enter Irish airspace for operational purposes without the express agreement of the Irish Government, following a parliamentary question on air interception arrangements.
UK reviews impact of Scottish defence support policy
"We are liaising with Scottish Government and Scotland’s defence industry to understand the impact assessments that have been conducted on the Defence Sector Support Policy," Pollard said.
UK confirms no end date for anti-Daesh strike mission
The UK government has said there are no plans to bring Operation Shader to an end, confirming the long-running military mission against Daesh in Iraq and Syria remains ongoing, according to the Ministry of Defence.
Trump letter to Norway raises questions among allies
US President Donald Trump has written to Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre in a letter that was subsequently circulated among European diplomatic missions in Washington, according to PBS News.
