Former defence ministers warn ‘a new reality faces Europe’
Former senior UK defence figures James Heappey and Ben Wallace have raised concerns about the geopolitical shift following a statement from US President Donald Trump, who announced an agreement with Russian President Vladimir Putin to begin immediate negotiations over the Ukraine war.
NATO and U.S. urge allies to increase defence spending
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte and U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth spoke this morning of the urgent need for increased defence spending and industrial production.
UK sends 500,000 rounds of ammunition to Ukraine
The UK’s contribution forms part of a new £150 million military aid package, which also includes drones, tanks and air defence systems.
UK tests national security emergency in nationwide exercise
More than 120 members of the armed forces, police, and government participated in a national exercise to simulate the UK’s response to a large-scale security emergency.
NATO military chief in Ukraine, reaffirms long-term support
"You are fighting not only for your nation. You are fighting for your identity. NATO stands with you."
UK will ‘step up and speed up’ military support for Ukraine
"Without that hardware, Ukraine runs the risk of losing this war", warned Defence Secretary John Healey.
No Armed Forces TV Licence discounts or exemptions planned
No Armed Forces TV Licence discounts or exemptions planned, but many may not realise they don’t need one if they only watch on-demand or avoid live TV and BBC iPlayer.
Royal Scots Dragoon Guards prep for NATO operations
The Royal Scots Dragoon Guards recently conducted rigorous urban combat training to sharpen the tactical skills necessary for their role in NATO’s Allied Reaction Force.
Former soldier jailed for espionage, terrorism offences
A former British soldier, Daniel Khalife, has been sentenced to 14 years and three months in prison after being convicted of spying and terrorism offences.
UK defends part in NATO exercise in response to Corbyn
The UK described participation in military exercises like Steadfast Dart 25 as "defensive, transparent and proportionate" amid concerns from former Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn.
