British Commando forces deploy to Arctic to reinforce NATO
The Royal Marines, alongside other elements of the UK Commando Force, are deploying to the Arctic Circle to reinforce NATO's northern flank amid ongoing tensions in Europe.
Ireland condemns NATO budget despite relying on its support
Ireland’s President Michael D. Higgins has called for reduced NATO spending, a stance criticised as hypocritical given Ireland’s heavy reliance on NATO allies, who protect its security despite their own stretched defence budgets.
Confirmation 60% of support ship work to stay in the UK
The UK Government has confirmed that the UK workshare in the Fleet Solid Support ship programme remains unchanged following Belfast shipyard takeover by Navantia.
UK steps up protection of sea cables amid Russian threats
The Ministry of Defence has outlined measures to protect critical sub-sea cables in the North Sea and Baltic Sea, following concerns about potential threats from Russia’s shadow fleet raised by Graeme Downie MP.
Multi Role Support Ship procurement update
An Outline Business Case for the new ships is expected by mid-2025, which will pave the way for the programme to transition into the assessment phase in 2026.
British carrier deployment to ‘assert rule of law’ to China
The deployment of a British Carrier Strike Group aims to "assert the rule of law" and demonstrate the UK’s commitment to upholding international norms in the face of rising Chinese militarisation.
US approves $78.5 million torpedo sale to Saudi Arabia
The U.S. State Department has approved a potential Foreign Military Sale to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for MK54 Lightweight Torpedoes and associated equipment and support, valued at an estimated $78.5 million.
Global trends to watch for advise Council on Geostrategy
In the Council on Geostrategy’s latest feature, titled 'Which geopolitical trends will dominate in 2025?', 11 experts present a nuanced analysis of the global challenges ahead.
UK reaffirms commitment to defence of the Arctic
Responding to a written question from Graeme Downie MP about NATO’s efforts to protect the Arctic, Defence Minister Luke Pollard reaffirmed Britain's commitment to the defence of the Arctic.
No progress on Type 32 Frigate project as review pending
The Ministry of Defence (MOD) has confirmed that the Type 32 frigate programme remains firmly in its concept phase, with no timetable yet established for design or procurement as the Defence Review looms.
