Britain buying anti-tank mines to create ‘lethal barriers’
The GLADIUS system represents a reintroduction of anti-tank mine capability into the British Army.
UK unveils massive military aid package for Ukraine in 2025
In a clear messge of support, Britain is firing up artillery production in Yorkshire, developing and providing new air defence systems and expanding training projects to support Ukraine in their fight against Russia.
Britain ‘consulting’ on efforts to expand cadet numbers
In response to a recent parliamentary question, the Ministry of Defence has outlined its efforts to consult a variety of stakeholders to support the expansion of the UK’s cadet force.
Britain commits to help protect Ukraine for 100 years
Prime Minister Keir Starmer, during his visit to meet President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Ukraine, hailed the agreement as a pivotal step in supporting Ukraine's sovereignty and rebuilding its future in the face of ongoing Russian aggression.
Chagos sovereignty deal ‘unlikely’ to impact US-UK ties
A former U.S. Ambassador to NATO, and a senior figure in the previous Trump administration, told the UK Defence Journal "I think you’re going to see the Trump administration try to reverse this. They’re going to oppose handing them back".
Britain confirms L85A3 rifle replacement still underway
The Ministry of Defence has provided an update on Project GRAYBURN, the initiative to replace the standard-issue L85A3 rifle used by British Armed Forces, in response to a recent parliamentary question.
Trump likely to expect UK to spend 3.5% of GDP on defence
A former U.S. Ambassador to NATO, and a senior figure in the previous Trump administration, told us the UK's plan to eventually spend 2.5% of GDP on defence would be seen as a "positive step, but not enough," suggesting Trump would expect targets closer to 3.5%.
MOD not tracking specific contract manufacturing locations
The Ministry of Defence recently addressed several parliamentary questions regarding its procurement processes, highlighting both the limitations of its data tracking and ongoing efforts to refine its systems.
Americans flock to other Chinese apps ahead of TikTok ban
Ironically, as TikTok faces an upcoming ban, American users are flocking to other Chinese-owned platforms like RedNote, underscoring the futility of such a ban and the U.S. government’s apparent disconnect with digital realities.
Britain and allies pledge continued support for Ukraine
Defence Ministers from the Group of Five nations—France, Germany, Italy, Poland, and the UK—met in Helenów, Poland, on 13 January 2025.
