MP urges scrapping of Chagos deal to fund UK drone programme
Shadow Defence Secretary James Cartlidge questioned how the UK can afford its drone ambitions, urging Labour to scrap the £35bn Chagos deal and invest instead in an “uncrewed revolution” for the forces.
NATO tests joint air command in Exercise Steadfast Duel 2025
Allied Air Command (AIRCOM) took part in NATO’s largest computer-assisted exercise of the year, Steadfast Duel 2025, to enhance operational readiness.
US Army orders Saab Giraffe 1X radars
Saab has received a contract from the US Army to supply its Giraffe 1X radar systems to support security cooperation partners, the company stated.
Typhoons support Jordan in missions against Islamic State
Royal Air Force Typhoon jets have provided air support to Jordanian Armed Forces during recent coalition operations targeting Islamic State in the Middle East.
Romania adds new F-16 squadron to NATO air policing
Romania has begun flying a second F-16 squadron in NATO’s air policing mission, expanding its role in securing the Alliance’s eastern flank, according to Allied Air Command.
Airbus, Leonardo and Thales plan joint European space firm
Airbus, Leonardo and Thales have signed a memorandum of understanding to combine their space activities into a single European company, the three firms announced.
US soldier commands autonomous Black Hawk drone
A US Army National Guard soldier has become the first person without formal pilot training to plan and execute autonomous helicopter missions using Lockheed Martin Sikorsky’s MATRIX technology, the company stated.
RAAF upgrades Poseidon fleet with new sensors and systems
Boeing has begun the Increment 3 Block 2 modification programme for the Royal Australian Air Force’s P-8A Poseidon fleet and Australia has taken delivery of its 13th aircraft, according to the company.
UK, Qatar deepen defence ties with new agreement
Britain and Qatar have signed a new defence agreement aimed at strengthening military cooperation and improving interoperability between their armed forces.
Russia violated European airspace 20 times last month
Russia violated European airspace 20 times in October, according to a report by Ukraine’s Center for Countering Disinformation.
