Lack of Irish defence ‘back door threat to UK’ says report
A report published by Policy Exchange – backed by former Defence Secretaries - sets out how "Irish security freeloading" requires the UK to rediscover the strategic importance of Northern Ireland to its national security.
Russian military units in Ukraine facing severe water shortages
Russian military units engaged in the ongoing conflict in Ukraine are likely experiencing significant shortages of potable water, according to a recent defence intelligence update from the UK Ministry of Defence.
British-built tanks fighting Russians in Russia
British-built Challenger 2 tanks have reportedly crossed the border into Russia, being used by Ukrainian forces in their recent offensive in the Kursk region.
New fitness suite for pregnant troops at Colchester Barracks
The facility, located within the headquarters of the 2nd Battalion The Parachute Regiment, provides a private space equipped with specialised gear tailored to the needs of pregnant personnel.
L3Harris shows off new autonomous air defence prototype
L3Harris has successfully tested a new prototype for autonomous air defence during this year's Project Convergence Capstone 4 field experiment in the U.S.
3D printing to boost UK armed forces support, says DE&S
The effort, known as Project TAMPA, is focused on bringing additive manufacturing into the Defence supply chain to improve the availability and reliability of military equipment.
Raytheon secures work to develop AI for defence
The project, say the company, could bring commercial innovations into military applications, potentially improving defence capabilities.
UK issues RFI on ‘Heavy Girder Over Bridge’ capability
The Ministry of Defence has issued a Request for Information seeking details from suppliers on their ability to provide in-service support for the Heavy Girder Over Bridge (HGOB) capability.
Man found guilty of disseminating terrorist publications
Zaheed Hossen, 29, from north London, was found guilty of five counts of disseminating terrorist publications following a two week and four day trial at Kingston Crown Court.
Elbit to supply Iron Fist to unnamed European country
Israeli firm Elbit Systems has been awarded a $130 million contract to supply its Iron Fist Active Protection Systems for integration into the CV90 Infantry Fighting Vehicle for a European country.
