Delivery of UK’s first batch of F-35 jets to complete 2025
The Ministry of Defence has confirmed that the delivery of all 48 F-35 aircraft ordered under Tranche 1 is expected to be completed by the end of 2025.
UK rules out financial military support for Israel
The UK government has ruled out setting a specific financial commitment to Israel's war effort, focusing instead on a broader strategy for stability and peace in the Middle East.
New UK-Romania defence treaty signed
The UK and Romania have expanded their defence relationship with the signing of a new treaty aimed at enhancing bilateral cooperation and supporting collective security within NATO.
NATO jets intercept Russian aircraft in Baltic
NATO's air defences responded to Russian aircraft approaching international airspace in the Baltic Sea and off Norway's coast.
New jets and drones key to future of British air power
Drones will play a crucial role in enhancing the lethality and survivability of crewed platforms.
UK must build air force ‘foes fear’, says Chief of Air Staff
"To deter against a costly war, we must build a credible force that our foes fear and our allies value."
American B-52 bombers deploy to Britain to deter Russia
Four U.S. Air Force B-52 bombers have arrived at RAF Fairford in England, with the aim of deterring 'aggressive actions'.
Falkland Islands are British and ‘will remain so’ says UK
Armed Forces Minister Luke Pollard has concluded a week-long visit to the Falkland Islands with a clear message, "The Falkland Islands are British and will remain so for as long as the Falkland Islanders wish to be".
Production ‘essentially stopped’ for British-built Typhoons
Workers at BAE Systems warn that production has "essentially stopped" at Warton, with no future orders in place. They urge the UK government to order 24 Typhoon jets to secure the UK's sovereign defence capabilities.
RTX Collins wins contract for British Chinook upgrade
Collins Aerospace, a division of RTX, has secured a $19 million contract from the U.S. Department of Defense to equip a fleet of new Chinooks for the Royal Air Force with its 'Common Avionics Architecture System'.
