RAF spy planes patrol almost entire NATO border with Russia
Two Royal Air Force aircraft have carried out extensive surveillance flights along NATO’s eastern frontier, covering the entire stretch from the Arctic Ocean to the Black Sea, the UK Defence Journal understands.
NATO fighters scramble to intercept Russian aircraft
Such scrambles are routine but reflect the persistent tempo of Russian military aviation activity near NATO borders.
India to buy £350m UK-made missiles in major defence deal
India has agreed to purchase £350 million worth of UK-manufactured air defence missiles and launchers, securing hundreds of jobs in Northern Ireland.
Pentagon’s 2027 missile drive signals US strategy reset
The Pentagon’s accelerated plan to boost missile production marks a “foundational reset” in United States defence strategy, says Bloomberg Intelligence.
British fighters again scramble overnight to defend Poland
Late Monday night, Royal Air Force Typhoon fighter jets were again deployed to conduct air defence patrols over eastern Poland.
Sir Tom Hunter questions SNP defence stance on business show
Business figures Sir Tom Hunter and Lord Willie Haughey discussed defence, cyber threats, and Scotland’s role in the UK’s defence economy during this week’s Go Radio Business Show.
MOD publishes report on responsible military AI
Each major organisation within the MoD has now appointed a Responsible AI Senior Officer (RAISO) to oversee compliance with AI ethical principles.
FPDA nations train with UK carrier group in Bersama Lima
Nations from the Five Power Defence Arrangements (FPDA) have gathered in Malaysia for Exercise Bersama Lima 2025, a multilateral training activity focused on strengthening regional security through combined air, sea, and land operations, according to the Royal Air Force.
Raytheon’s new F/A-18 EW system clears key review
The ADVEW system is intended to give the Super Hornet improved detection and countermeasure capabilities.
NATO hosts Partner Air Chiefs’ Conference at Ramstein
The agenda included updates on Agile Combat Employment (ACE), countering unmanned aerial vehicles (C-UAVs), and military partnerships.
