BAE acquires Kirintec to expand electronic warfare portfolio
BAE Systems has acquired UK-based company Kirintec, known for its expertise in cyber and electromagnetic activities, to strengthen its electronic warfare and force protection capabilities.
NATO Deputy Secretary General steps down
Geoană made history as the first Romanian to hold the position of NATO Deputy Secretary General and the first from a country that joined NATO after the Cold War.
Historic leadership change on NATO’s Eastern Flank
In a historic moment for NATO’s eastern flank, a Dutch officer has assumed command of the NATO Multinational Battlegroup in Lithuania for the first time.
Government clarifies support for veterans with hearing loss
Jim Shannon, Democratic Unionist Party MP for Strangford, asked the Ministry of Defence about the support provided and planned for veterans who experienced hearing loss.
MOD reviews eligibility criteria for Nuclear Test Medal
The Secretary of State for Defence has directed the Ministry of Defence to look at the commemorative medal criteria.
Rolls-Royce and FFG to modernise Leopard 1 tank family
Rolls-Royce and Flensburger Fahrzeugbau Gesellschaft have announced a new project to repower the Leopard 1 tank family.
MOD appoints Constellia to boost innovation procurement
The Ministry of Defence has awarded Constellia a £400m contract to spearhead the procurement of novel technological goods and services.
UK exposes Russian military unit’s cyber campaign
The UK, alongside nine international allies, has publicly identified Russia’s GRU as responsible for a series of cyber attacks and digital sabotage targeting governments and critical infrastructure.
Minister criticised for focus on Net Zero in steel debate
Richard Tice, representing Reform UK, accused the government of harming the domestic steel industry by prioritising green initiatives over maintaining defence production capacity.
Man receives indefinite hospital order for stabbings
While awaiting sentencing, Hussain committed another attack on 26 June 2023, this time attempting to murder a male nurse, say Counter Terrorism Police.
