Lisa West
500,000 casualties show ‘how bad war is going’ for Russia
Admiral Sir Tony Radakin, Chief of the Defence Staff, has spoken on the staggering impact of the conflict in Ukraine on Russia, noting that 500,000 Russian soldiers have been killed or wounded since the war began.
Royal Navy Joins First Joint Exercise with Australia and Japan in Indo-Pacific
In a historic first, the Royal Navy has participated in a trilateral exercise with the Australian and Japanese navies in the Indo-Pacific region.
U.S. Navy reveals longest-range air-to-air missile at RIMPAC
This missile is designed as a very long-range air-to-air missile, capable of engaging high-priority ground targets, such as air defence sites and warships, functioning in a quasi-ballistic manner.
Saab signs for third GlobalEye early warning aircraft
The contract will see the delivery of the aircraft between 2024 and 2029, according to a recent press release.
British warship carries out patrol off North Korea
HMS Spey recently conducted a surveillance patrol in support of United Nations sanctions against North Korea.
Black Hawk modernisation sees new T901 turbine engines
The T901 engine is designed to boost the helicopter’s power by 50%, improve fuel efficiency, and extend its operational lifespan well into the 2070s.
Britain urged to boost submarine numbers
A report urges the Royal Navy to order twelve new nuclear submarines, replacing seven Astute class submarines in the future.
Royal Navy engineers test skills during Exercise Black Cat
Engineers from 1710 Naval Air Squadron (NAS) tested their skills in the field at Bramley training area in Hampshire.
NATO to unveil new ‘Allied Reaction Force’ next month
NATO is set to unveil its new Allied Reaction Force (ARF) on Monday, 1st July 2024, as part of a significant enhancement to its strategy of deterring Russia.
NATO HQ welcomes President Zelenskyy
During the meeting, Secretary General Stoltenberg spoke of that increasing support for Ukraine will be a primary focus for Allied leaders.