UK strengthens NATO missile defence efforts
The UK remains a key player in NATO’s missile defence strategy, say the Government, with a "focus on integration, modernisation, and support for allied nations".
MPs press on Storm Shadow use as Russia escalates war
MPs pressed Defence Secretary John Healey on the operational use of UK-supplied Storm Shadow missiles and highlighted Russian escalation, including the deployment of North Korean troops in Ukraine.
L3Harris completes safety testing for F-16 EW system
L3Harris Technologies has successfully completed Safety of Flight (SOF) qualification for its Viper Shield electronic warfare system, designed for international F-16 fleets.
RAF marks 10 years of A400M Atlas transport service
The Royal Air Force is celebrating a decade of operations with the A400M Atlas transport aircraft.
Autonomous Black Hawk drone showcases firefighting ability
During the 30-minute demonstration, the autonomous Black Hawk, equipped with a 60-foot Bambi Bucket, accurately performed three water drops to extinguish a propane-fueled fire.
Britain imposes sanctions on Iran
The UK government has announced new sanctions against Iran, targeting state-owned entities for their involvement in the transfer of ballistic missiles to Russia to support its war in Ukraine.
QinetiQ and Rheinmetall to deliver target drones to Germany
Designed to address emerging threats, including one-way drones such as the SHAHED, the Delta B15 will also fulfil NATO and European Sky Shield Initiative training needs.
F-35 training enhanced with new simulator integration
The F-35 training programme has introduced an enhancement by linking Full Mission Simulators (FMS) with Modified Mission Rehearsal Trainers (MMRT) for the first time, enabling advanced tactical training for pilots.
American bombers ‘bomb’ Lithuania
A coordinated show of strength unfolded over Lithuania as U.S. B-52 Stratofortress bombers integrated with NATO forces.
Britain test fires new cruise missile
Each F-35 jet can carry up to eight SPEAR-3 missiles, providing a long-range, stand-off capability for the Queen Elizabeth class aircraft carriers.
