French and British forces conduct operation over Black Sea
The large-scale sortie included a wide array of aircraft from both nations, operating in tandem to conduct surveillance on Russian military activity.
British stealth jets to hit full carrier strike combat power
This is the first time Britain's F-35 force will be deployed at full scale from a Royal Navy carrier.
UK reviewing US defence tariffs as part of trade strategy
"Nobody wants a trade war,” Maria Eagle MP said. "The United States remains the United Kingdom's foremost defence and security partner."
Future A400M procurement remains under review
The Ministry of Defence has confirmed that plans to acquire additional A400M Atlas aircraft remain under review as part of the ongoing Strategic Defence Review.
Block 4 delays not expected to impact UK F-35 timeline
The Ministry of Defence has stated that it does not anticipate production delays associated with Lockheed Martin’s F-35 Block 4 software upgrade will impact the UK Lightning Force’s Full Operating Capability, which remains scheduled for no later than the end of 2025.
UK to spearhead rapid tech acquisition under new reforms
The Ministry of Defence has confirmed that 10% of its equipment procurement budget will be earmarked for novel technologies, with the newly established UK Defence Innovation (UKDI) body set to lead the effort.
The importance of the Royal Air Force surveillance fleet
ISTAR doesn’t make headlines. It doesn’t dogfight or drop bombs. But it enables everything that does.
Britain leads £450m military support surge for Ukraine
The UK has announced a major £450 million surge in military support to Ukraine, aimed at reinforcing its front-line capabilities and ensuring it remains in the strongest possible position to secure a lasting peace.
UK needs a sub-strategic nuclear deterrent argue experts
The UK must regenerate a sub-strategic nuclear deterrent, according to a new paper from the Council on Geostrategy. The authors warn that growing Russian threats and uncertain US guarantees demand a more flexible British nuclear posture.
MoD awards contract for C-17 cadmium plating training
The Ministry of Defence has awarded a £41,700 contract to Sifco Applied Surface Concepts (UK) to provide cadmium plating training and associated spares in...
