British troops end two years of defending Polish airspace
The UK’s Sky Sabre air defence deployment in Poland has concluded after more than two years, marking the end of an operation that initially began as a six-month mission in 2022.
UK, Italy, Japan to build next-gen jet in new joint venture
BREAKING - This collaboration represents a significant step toward delivering the next-generation combat aircraft.
UK spending £1m to upgrade security of RAF base on Cyprus
The project, scheduled to run from May to December 2025, focuses on upgrading security fence lines and associated systems to boost the base’s operational security.
Leonardo UK wins major U.S. contract for BriteCloud on F-35
The U.S. Department of Defense has awarded Leonardo UK a £26.6 million contract to supply BriteCloud 128 for the AN/ALQ-260(V) 'Active Expendable Decoy' requirement for the F-35.
Space Command funding subject to upcoming defence review
The Ministry of Defence has outlined its commitment to ensuring that space remains a central pillar of future defence planning.
Clarification issued on RAF Cranwell drone activity
It now appears unlikely that the operation will proceed as initially described.
UK could use lasers to protect military bases
While the MOD acknowledged the importance of DEWs in base defence, they declined to provide specific details about their use in protecting military installations.
Plans for Watchkeeper replacement outlined
Armed Forces Minister Luke Pollard confirmed that the MOD plans to procure a modern 'Land Tactical Deep Find' capability to replace the 14-year-old Watchkeeper system.
UK sets out position on unidentified aerial phenomenon
The Government has made it clear that there are no plans to form a dedicated team to investigate alleged sightings.
Chinook retirement ‘will not impact’ air assault operations
The MOD assured that the phased retirement of 14 older aircraft will not impact the delivery of defence outputs or air assault operations, as it coincides with the introduction of advanced Chinook H-47ER helicopters starting in 2027.
