MBDA rebrands FC/ASW programme as STRATUS
MBDA has formally unveiled STRATUS as the new name for the Future Cruise/Anti-Ship Weapon (FC/ASW) programme, revealing updated missile designs.
Poland shoots down Russian drones in NATO first
Poland has shot down multiple Russian drones that crossed into its airspace during Moscow’s latest overnight strike on Ukraine.
GCAP firms in electronics consortium for sixth-gen fighter
The Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP) has reached another milestone with the launch of a new consortium, bringing together defence electronics champions from the UK, Italy and Japan.
Ayr skies roar to life at Festival of Flight 2025
The International Ayr Show – Festival of Flight drew huge crowds to Ayr’s Low Green, where a UK Defence Journal team member documented the atmosphere through a set of striking photographs.
Robin Radar unveils Shahed detection upgrade for Ukraine
Robin Radar Systems has unveiled what it calls a breakthrough upgrade to its IRIS counter-drone radar, extending detection range from 5km to 12km. #DSEI2025
Obese-Jecty warns UK drone strategy risks falling behind
Conservative MP Ben Obese-Jecty has delivered a stark warning that Britain’s approach to drones may fall short of the pace set by conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza, telling Westminster Hall that "the nature of warfare has changed".
Carns warns drones mark ‘machine gun moment’ for UK forces
Veterans Minister Al Carns told MPs that uncrewed systems have transformed modern warfare as profoundly as the machine gun or the Dreadnought, warning Britain must lead this revolution or risk falling behind.
UK and Ireland to update defence agreement
UK and Ireland will update their 2015 defence agreement for 2026, covering training, maritime security, cyber cooperation and critical infrastructure, amid debates in the Lords over neutrality and cost-sharing.
UK monitoring Russian use of Kinzhal and Zircon missiles
The Ministry of Defence has confirmed it is monitoring Russia’s deployment of advanced missile systems, including the Kinzhal and Zircon.
Ukrainian drone firm to invest £200m in Britain
Ukraine’s largest drone manufacturer, Ukrspecsystems, has announced a £200 million investment programme in East Anglia.
