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Industry flags gaps in UK security strategy clarity
Industry tells MPs UK security plans lack clarity on funding, priorities and engagement, warning gaps in consultation, skills and supply chains are already affecting investment decisions and long-term capability development.
Norway defence uplift secures at least five UK frigates
Norway has moved to reinforce its long-term defence expansion with an additional NOK 115 billion uplift announced this week, a step that appears to steady earlier uncertainty around numbers for its planned acquisition of British-built Type 26 frigates.
Merlin from HMS St Albans opens fire at night in drills
A Royal Navy Merlin helicopter of 814 NAS has carried out night-time gunnery training from HMS St Albans, with crews practising live weapons drills under low-light conditions as part of ongoing operational training.
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Norway defence uplift secures at least five UK frigates
Norway has moved to reinforce its long-term defence expansion with an additional NOK 115 billion uplift announced this week, a step that appears to steady earlier uncertainty around numbers for its planned acquisition of British-built Type 26 frigates.
Merlin from HMS St Albans opens fire at night in drills
A Royal Navy Merlin helicopter of 814 NAS has carried out night-time gunnery training from HMS St Albans, with crews practising live weapons drills under low-light conditions as part of ongoing operational training.
UK urged to move away from reliance on United States for defence
A UK Parliamentary report warns the UK should plan to move away from a bilateral relationship with the United States.
New advanced nuclear attack sub to join American fleet
The U.S. Navy is set to commission its newest Virginia-class fast-attack submarine, USS Massachusetts (SSN 798), during a ceremony in Boston Harbour.
RFA Lyme Bay to become minehunting mothership
RFA Lyme Bay is set to be fitted with new uncrewed mine countermeasures systems, enabling the ship to operate as a mothership for autonomous minehunting equipment, the Royal Navy has said.
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Huge build of American bombers in England
At least 23 US strategic bombers are now operating from RAF Fairford, flying missions from England in support of ongoing strikes against Iranian targets.
RAF gunners down high number of drones in Middle East
RAF Regiment personnel have become the first British "drone aces" after shooting down multiple Iranian drones during operations in the Middle East.
US E-3 AWACS reportedly destroyed in Iranian strike
Images circulating online appear to show the destruction of a U.S. Air Force E-3G Sentry airborne early warning and control aircraft following a reported Iranian missile and drone attack on Prince Sultan Air Base in Saudi Arabia.
First Brazilian-built Gripen E fighter unveiled
The first Gripen E fighter aircraft assembled in Brazil has been officially unveiled, marking a milestone in the country's ability to produce advanced combat aircraft.
First German F-35 moves to final assembly
The first German F-35A fighter aircraft has entered final assembly at the Lockheed Martin production facility in Fort Worth, Texas.
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Man who stopped Leeds hospital attacker awarded George Medal
A man who intervened to stop a potential terrorist attack outside a Leeds hospital has been awarded the George Medal for bravery.
UK lacks clear plan for sovereign capabilities, MPs warn
The Government has failed to clearly define what it means by sovereign capabilities or to set out which technologies it intends to prioritise, according to a parliamentary committee, raising concerns about how industry and defence planning can align.
NATO and China hold latest military staff talks in Brussels
NATO and China have held the ninth round of their annual Military Staff Talks at NATO Headquarters in Brussels, bringing together senior officers from both sides to discuss security issues and areas of mutual interest.
Industry flags gaps in UK security strategy clarity
Industry tells MPs UK security plans lack clarity on funding, priorities and engagement, warning gaps in consultation, skills and supply chains are already affecting investment decisions and long-term capability development.
Rolls-Royce wins major Puma engine contract
Rolls-Royce Power Systems has secured a major contract to supply propulsion systems for the German Army’s Puma infantry fighting vehicle, including around 200 mtu PowerPacks.
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