Typhoon jets moved to Cyprus in British show of force
The UK Defence Journal understands that Typhoon jets were also recently launched from RAF Akrotiri to counter a renewed one-way attack UAV threat from Iran.
Britain wants 7,000 cruise missiles to deter Russia
Admiral Radakin described the acquisition as a critical step in increasing the UK’s conventional lethality and reinforcing deterrence at a time of growing global instability.
New powerful radar for Typhoon receives £204m boost
The funding was confirmed during a visit to Leonardo's radar facility in Edinburgh by Chief Secretary to the Treasury Darren Jones MP.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport to host UK refuelling fleet
Glasgow Prestwick Airport will temporarily host the RAF's Voyager A330 refuelling fleet during major resurfacing works at RAF Brize Norton.
Sweden uses AI to fly Gripen jet in air combat test
Sweden has conducted a series of test flights using artificial intelligence (AI) to operate a Gripen E fighter jet in a simulated air combat environment, Saab has announced.
Marshall joins Northrop in bid for British Army air defence
Marshall has been named as a key UK supplier by Northrop Grumman in its proposal for the British Army’s next-generation ground-based air defence (GBAD)...
NATO jets to exercise near Finnish border with Russia
The United States, United Kingdom, France and Finland will take part in Atlantic Trident 25, a multinational air combat exercise set to run from 16 to 27 June 2025 in Finnish airspace.
U.S. to cancel E-7 Wedgetail in favour of space systems
The potential termination of the U.S. programme also carries implications for allied efforts.
Review team plays down UK air-launched nuclear weapons
Senior authors of the Strategic Defence Review have downplayed the idea of Britain acquiring air-launched tactical nuclear weapons, despite growing speculation that the UK is considering purchasing F-35A aircraft to enable such a capability.
NATO to boost missile defences 400%, allies to buy 700 F-35s
NATO Secretary General Rutte has announced new defence targets, including a 400% increase in missile defences and the collective purchase of at least 700 F-35 fighter jets by non-U.S. #NATO Allies.
