Huge NATO exercise kicks off in Central Europe
NATO has begun its largest military exercise of 2026, Steadfast Dart, with allied forces deploying across Central Europe as part of a major test of Alliance rapid reaction capability, according to NATO.
Over 87% of defence equipment spend goes to UK industry
The Ministry of Defence has said that the vast majority of its equipment spending is with British companies, while noting it does not track...
Army chief sets 2027 war test for UK armoured plans
The Chief of the General Staff has told an international defence audience that the British Army is reorganising its priorities around a blunt readiness question: what would have to change now if UK land forces were heading for large-scale combat in 2027.
UK withholds details on Ukraine multinational force plans
The government has declined to set out details of potential UK military contributions to a proposed multinational force for Ukraine, citing operational security as planning discussions continue with allies, the Ministry of Defence stated.
New British Challenger 3 tank fires main gun in trials
The British Army’s Challenger 3 main battle tank has completed its first-ever crewed live firing trials, marking a major milestone in the programme to modernise the UK’s armoured forces, according to RBSL.
NATO chief meets with Denmark and Greenland
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte has hosted Denmark's Defence Minister and Greenland's Foreign Minister at NATO Headquarters for talks.
UK says military data remains sovereign under Palantir deal
The Ministry of Defence has said that all data analysed using Palantir software remains under UK control, following concerns raised in Parliament over the risk of foreign government access, according to the department.
UK firm unveils next-gen uncrewed mine clearer
Pearson Engineering has announced a 1.5 million investment in the development of a new uncrewed mine and route clearance system, marking the launch of the MineWolf MW370 Next Generation.
Defence data shows most equipment spending stays in UK
The Ministry of Defence has said the majority of its equipment spending is placed with UK industry, while acknowledging it does not track the full origin of components or materials used in production.
Trump letter to Norway raises questions among allies
US President Donald Trump has written to Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre in a letter that was subsequently circulated among European diplomatic missions in Washington, according to PBS News.
