Weaknesses found in UK defence industrial supply wargame
The UK has disclosed details of a wargame conducted with industry in 2024, designed to test the defence industrial base under wartime conditions.
MOD confirms no plans to cut senior officer numbers
The Ministry of Defence has stated that there is no formal target to reduce the number of senior military officers across the UK Armed Forces.
UK-EU pact sees early steps but ministers eye NATO focus
Ministers have been careful to stress that cooperation with the EU will remain complementary to NATO’s core role in European defence.
Russia seizes area larger than Manchester in one month
Defence Secretary John Healey has warned that Russian forces seized more than 550 square kilometres of Ukrainian territory last month.
UK expands infantry role for Ares alongside Boxer
The Ministry of Defence has indicated an in the role of the Ares armoured vehicle within the British Army, suggesting that the tracked platform could now be deployed alongside Boxer in future infantry formations.
UK eyes access to new EU defence fund
The UK is seeking to participate in the European Union’s newly established Security Action for Europe (SAFE) fund.
Pro-Palestinian group rams Edinburgh defence firm with van
Three women have been arrested after a van was driven into the perimeter fence of the Leonardo defence facility on Ferry Road in Edinburgh on Tuesday morning.
UK again rules out sending Warrior vehicles to Ukraine
The UK government has indicated it will not transfer Warrior Infantry Fighting Vehicles (IFVs) awaiting disposal to Ukraine, citing limited operational value.
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.
