Defence data shows most equipment spending stays in UK
The Ministry of Defence has said the majority of its equipment spending is placed with UK industry, while acknowledging it does not track the full origin of components or materials used in production.
Trump letter to Norway raises questions among allies
US President Donald Trump has written to Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre in a letter that was subsequently circulated among European diplomatic missions in Washington, according to PBS News.
UK draws red line on Greenland sovereignty
Prime Minister Keir Starmer has warned that the use of trade tariffs against allied nations is "completely wrong", after US President Donald Trump said he would impose sweeping import taxes on countries opposing his proposal for the United States to acquire Greenland.
UK Defence Journal reporting on Iran bots raised in inquiry
A House of Commons committee heard evidence that bot activity linked to Iran appeared to drop sharply during internet shutdowns inside the country, with UK Defence Journal reporting referenced in the discussion.
NATO military staff chief visits alliance sites in Italy
Lieutenant General Remigijus Baltrėnas, Director General of the International Military Staff, has completed a two-day visit to several NATO structures in Italy, including facilities in Naples and Rome.
Army reserve in major explosion response drill near Glasgow
Personnel from 144 (Parachute) Medical Squadron, an Army Reserve unit that forms part of 16 Medical Regiment, have taken part in a large-scale emergency response exercise near Glasgow.
JAGM completes first vertical launch from quad launcher
Lockheed Martin has completed a successful demonstration of a 90-degree vertical launch of the Joint Air-to-Ground Missile from its JAGM Quad Launcher, according to the company.
UK appoints new Military Representative to NATO and EU
Lieutenant General Eldon Millar CVO MBE has been appointed as the United Kingdom’s next Military Representative to NATO and the European Union.
The Vietnamese-run spam network promoting Nigel Farage
Investigation - A self-described UK news page promoting Nigel Farage has used viral storytelling, opaque advertising, and off-platform links to amplify political content. It should be noted no link has been identified to Farage or Reform UK.
Alexander welcomes Armed Forces Bill housing reforms
Scottish Secretary Douglas Alexander has said the Armed Forces Bill marks a decisive step in renewing the UK’s contract with service personnel, as new legislation promises a major upgrade to military housing across Scotland.
