UK unveils fresh military aid for Ukraine
The UK Government has announced a new package of military, humanitarian and reconstruction support for Ukraine, marking four years since Russia’s full-scale invasion.
MQ-9B drone to get long-range strike missiles
General Atomics is developing a long-range strike missile capability for its MQ-9B drone, expanding the aircraft mission set to include naval and deep standoff attack roles.
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.
Scotland sends 280 tonnes of anti-drone nets to Ukraine
More than 280 tonnes of used fishing nets from Scotland will be sent to Ukraine to help counter Russian drone attacks, the Scottish Government has announced.
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.
NATO launches drone-based deep strike capability
NATO Allies have agreed a new multinational initiative to develop drone-based deep precision strike capabilities, as part of a wider package of cooperative programmes aimed at strengthening deterrence and defence, the alliance stated.
Dutch warship downs drones in drill off British coast
The Royal Netherlands Navy frigate HNLMS Evertsen recently shot down multiple aerial and surface drone threats during Exercise Sharpshooter off the Welsh coast, marking the first time a NATO ally has participated in the QinetiQ-run event, the company stated.
America targets 2026 milestone for new nuclear missile
The U.S. Air Force has confirmed that the restructuring of the LGM-35A Sentinel intercontinental ballistic missile programme is expected to be completed by the end of 2026, with initial operational capability targeted for the early 2030s.
UK joins NATO ballistic missile defence effort
NATO Allies including the United Kingdom have agreed to launch a new multinational project aimed at strengthening defence against ballistic missile threats.
