NATO hits right note using Taylor Swift in viral video
The world’s most powerful military alliance has struck a surprisingly positive chord online after using Taylor Swift’s 'The Fate of Ophelia' to underscore a montage of allied troops, aircraft, and ships operating in unison.
UK tests national response to hazardous substance attacks
The UK has carried out a major national exercise to test its response to a large-scale incident involving chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear or explosive materials, Counter Terrorism Policing stated.
UK still assessing new artillery timeline, says minister
The Ministry of Defence has said it is too early to confirm when the British Army’s new RCH 155 wheeled artillery system will enter service, though the project aims to achieve "minimum deployable capability within this decade".
NATO Military Committee holds talks in Germany
The NATO Military Committee has concluded a three-day visit to the Joint Support and Enabling Command and the high-tech service provider IABG in Ulm, Germany.
UK Gov and Scot Gov work together on veteran homelessness
The UK government is working with devolved administrations, including the Scottish Government, to address veteran homelessness and improve access to housing support, the Ministry of Defence stated.
Saab wins Carl-Gustaf order from Denmark
The procurement covers the weapon system, associated ammunition and training kit intended to support Danish forces, according to Saab.
UK suspends ‘some’ intelligence sharing with US
The United Kingdom has suspended elements of its intelligence sharing with the United States following concerns over the legality of recent US military strikes on boats in the Caribbean, according to multiple media reports.
No plans to raise minimum military recruitment age
The Ministry of Defence has confirmed that it will not raise the minimum age of recruitment into the Armed Forces, maintaining the current threshold that allows individuals to join from the age of 16 with parental consent.
British Army recruit numbers drop 38% since 2019
Army training figures reveal continued recruitment shortfalls and rising attrition, with intake well below pre-pandemic levels and one in three recruits failing to complete training.
MOD reveals number of senior officers across UK forces
472 senior officers, including generals, admirals and air marshals, currently serve across the Armed Forces, new MOD figures show.
