UK commits funding for air defence boost for Ukraine
The UK will provide a further GBP 100 million in air defence support to Ukraine, aimed at protecting cities and critical infrastructure from ongoing Russian attacks, according to the government.
25,000 troops join Arctic NATO exercise across Nordics
More than 25,000 personnel from over a dozen NATO nations have taken part in a major Arctic exercise spanning Norway, Sweden and Finland, as allied forces tested their ability to operate in high-intensity scenarios in extreme conditions.
Leonardo partners with Uplift360 on recycled defence materials
Leonardo has formed a partnership with UK scale-up Uplift360 to develop recycled carbon fibre from defence platforms and production waste, as part of efforts to strengthen supply chain resilience and reduce reliance on virgin materials.
Dutch F-35s deploy to US for high-tempo combat training
Dutch F-35A fighters have deployed to the United States for their largest-ever training detachment, flying alongside US Air Force aircraft in a high-intensity exercise focused on integrated combat operations.
British fighter jets deploy to Romania
RAF Typhoon fighter jets have deployed to Romania to lead a NATO air policing mission as part of Operation Biloxi 2026, according to the Royal Air Force.
BAE wins radar deal to offset wind farm impact
BAE Systems has been awarded a GBP 95 million Ministry of Defence contract to deliver mitigation solutions aimed at protecting UK air defence radar performance from the impact of offshore wind farms, the UK Defence Journal understands.
RAF has 485 fixed-wing aircraft in service
The Royal Air Force currently has 485 fixed-wing aircraft in service, with 86 undergoing long-term maintenance and 27 held in storage.
UK steps up counter-drone activity in Middle East
UK forces down Iranian drones as operations intensify, with 14 shot in one night and RAF jets passing 850+ hours in the region.
UK and Turkey sign Typhoon support and training deal
The UK and Turkey have signed a multi-billion-pound training and support agreement for Typhoon fighter jets.
Defence skills at risk of being lost unions warn
Delays to the Defence Investment Plan are risking the permanent loss of critical industrial skills, with trade unions warning MPs that once workers leave the sector, they are unlikely to return.
