Trump on Putin: Pleasant calls, deadly outcomes
In extended remarks at the White House this week, President Donald Trump offered his most detailed view yet of Russian President Vladimir Putin since returning to office.
Trump praises Europe’s spirit in backing Ukraine
Speaking at the White House alongside #NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte, President Donald Trump praised European countries for what he described as a surprising show of resolve and commitment in supporting Ukraine’s defence against Russia.
BAE to work on battlefield medical app for U.S. Air Force
The U.S. Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) has selected BAE Systems to continue development of the Battlefield Assisted Trauma Distributed Operations Kit (BATDOK) under a new programme.
Rutte backs Trump plan for Europe to fund Ukraine arms
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte has endorsed a new proposal by President Donald Trump that would see European nations foot the bill for supplying Ukraine with weapons drawn from American stockpiles.
Veterans to protest in Whitehall over legal protections
Hundreds of military veterans are expected to gather outside the Ministry of Defence today in protest at plans to repeal legislation they believe protects Northern Ireland veterans from prosecution.
DSEI 2025 Tech Zone puts civilian tech at heart of defence
Defence has long been a driver of innovation, but the pace of civilian technological development now exceeds that of many defence programmes. #DSEI2025
Rutte appoints Allison Hart as new NATO Spokesperson
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte has appointed Allison Hart as the alliance’s new Spokesperson.
Britain’s King Charles fires artillery
When the monarch pulls the trigger on ceremonial duties.
MOD civil service shrinks by over half since 1995
The number of civil servants employed by the Ministry of Defence has fallen by more than half over the past three decades, according to new figures released in response to a parliamentary question.
Former MI6 chief backs ID cards and warns Putin
Former MI6 chief Sir Alex Younger tells BBC Newsnight the UK needs ID cards and warns Putin is overplaying his hand with Trump.
