Figures claim 26% of recent Scot independence posts by Iran
Around 26% of profiles discussing Scottish independence recently were fake, posting more than 3,000 posts in just six weeks claim disinformation tracking specialists Cyabra.
Fiona and Iran’s role in the Scottish independence debate
New investigation: The ‘Fiona’ account, posing as a pro-independence Scot and even followed by Scottish politicians, went dark during Iran’s blackout — then re-emerged with Tehran’s talking points.
Britain to turn Warrior armoured vehicles into drones
The British Army has set out plans to repurpose surplus Warrior infantry fighting vehicles into remotely or autonomously operated minefield-breaching platforms, under Project ATILLA.
Canada cleared to buy $160m in JLTVs from the U.S.
The U.S. State Department has approved a sale to Canada of Joint Light Tactical Vehicles (JLTVs) and associated equipment worth an estimated $160 million.
British armoured vehicles roll through Polish capital
British Jackal vehicles rolled through Warsaw as part of Poland’s Armed Forces Day parade, highlighting the close cooperation between the UK and Poland within NATO.
Rasmussen: No security for Ukraine without European troops
Former NATO Secretary General Anders Fogh Rasmussen has warned that Ukraine cannot be guaranteed protection from future Russian aggression unless European nations deploy troops on Ukrainian soil.
Mental health remains leading barrier for Army recruits
More than half of Army applicants refused on medical grounds in 2024 were turned away for psychiatric reasons, according to new figures.
Details of restricted UK arms exports to Israel
Defence Secretary John Healey has told MPs that the UK has refused all export licences for military goods that might be used by Israel in current operations in Gaza, following the Business and Trade Secretary’s suspension of such licences last year.
MOD to award £4.1m contract for gun mount spares
The Ministry of Defence (MOD) has published a transparency notice signalling its intention to award a four-year contract to ISTEC Services Limited for the...
MOD seeks ballistic testing services for personal armour
The Ministry of Defence has issued a preliminary market engagement notice for ballistic testing services to support both new-to-service projects and the ongoing support of personal armour used by Armed Forces personnel.
