Britain has ‘no current plans’ to increase tank numbers
The UK has confirmed that there are no current plans to procure additional tanks or armoured vehicles beyond those already announced, despite increases in defence spending.
NATO praises increased European defence efforts
NATO Deputy Secretary General Radmila Shekerinska has welcomed renewed European commitments to defence investment and closer cooperation with NATO, during an address to the European Parliament’s Security and Defence Committee.
The challenge of terrorist support in the UK
In the UK, the challenge of dealing with individuals and groups who express support for terrorist organisations is a persistent and complex problem.
Terrorism arrests reach five-year high in the UK
The number of terrorism-related arrests in the UK reached its highest level since 2019, with 248 arrests recorded in 2024, according to new data released by the Home Office.
Britain confirms £22.7bn in Russian assets frozen
The Government has confirmed that £22.7bn in assets have been frozen but has stated that it does not maintain a public list of Russian nationals with significant assets in the UK.
No ‘recorded loss or theft’ of cannon or artillery rounds
The Ministry of Defence has confirmed that no 30mm cannon rounds or 155mm artillery shells have been reported lost or stolen from its facilities since 5 July 2024.
UK in high-level discussions on Ukraine peacekeeping
The Ministry of Defence (MOD) has confirmed ongoing discussions with NATO allies and partner nations regarding Ukraine’s security and the potential structure of a peacekeeping force, should one be required.
British troops exercise with Aussies and drones in America
British soldiers have teamed up with their Australian counterparts in a major multinational exercise in California, where they are testing the latest battlefield tech, including drones and uncrewed ground vehicles.
UK confirms no MOD ban on Chinese electric vehicles
The Ministry of Defence has confirmed that there are no centrally mandated restrictions on the movement of Chinese-manufactured electric vehicles (EVs) onto military barracks or training areas, despite growing concerns over potential security risks.
MP warns UK troops on Russian border lack essential gear
Labour MP and former Royal Marine Fred Thomas has raised concerns about the pace of military modernisation after visiting troops on Salisbury Plain ahead of their deployment to Estonia.
