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UK assesses Russian fleet upgrades and Arctic threat
Questions from Labour MP Graeme Downie focused on Russia’s Northern Fleet modernisation and Arctic posture.
Birmingham arrest over social media people-smuggling ads
A man has been arrested in Birmingham on suspicion of advertising people smuggling services online, following a joint operation by the National Crime Agency and West Midlands Police.
MOD outlines RFA pay reform talks
The Ministry of Defence has confirmed that discussions are underway to reform pay structures, crewing models and fleet support for the Royal Fleet Auxiliary (RFA), after Gosport MP Caroline Dinenage raised concerns about pay, staffing and readiness.
Manchester terror plot targeting Jewish community foiled
Three men have been convicted over a foiled terrorist plot to attack Jewish targets in Greater Manchester, after an undercover operation prevented what police describe as one of the most serious threats seen in the UK in years.
China turns cargo ship into powerful warship
Recent images from Chinese social media show a standard commercial cargo vessel refitted with sensors, defensive weapons and containerised launchers.
American warship launches missiles at targets in Africa
A U.S. Navy destroyer has fired Tomahawk missiles into northwest Nigeria following an announcement by President Donald Trump targeting ISIS-linked militants.
NAVAL NEWS
UK assesses Russian fleet upgrades and Arctic threat
Questions from Labour MP Graeme Downie focused on Russia’s Northern Fleet modernisation and Arctic posture.
MOD outlines RFA pay reform talks
The Ministry of Defence has confirmed that discussions are underway to reform pay structures, crewing models and fleet support for the Royal Fleet Auxiliary (RFA), after Gosport MP Caroline Dinenage raised concerns about pay, staffing and readiness.
China turns cargo ship into powerful warship
Recent images from Chinese social media show a standard commercial cargo vessel refitted with sensors, defensive weapons and containerised launchers.
American warship launches missiles at targets in Africa
A U.S. Navy destroyer has fired Tomahawk missiles into northwest Nigeria following an announcement by President Donald Trump targeting ISIS-linked militants.
AVIATION NEWS
Gap year military scheme to launch for under-25s in 2026
The Ministry of Defence will launch a year-long military experience scheme in 2026, offering paid placements for 18 to 25 year olds across the Army, Royal Navy and Royal Air Force.
UK defence exports hit record £20bn in 2025
Government data indicates British defence exports are on track for their highest annual total since records began in 1983, driven by major naval and aerospace sales.
British forces deployed worldwide on Christmas Day
Thousands of British Armed Forces personnel will remain deployed or on standby across the globe on Christmas Day, continuing operations that span Europe, the Middle East, the Indo-Pacific, Africa, the Caribbean, British Overseas Territories and the UK itself.
Britain looking at rolling out laser weapons across forces
The Ministry of Defence has confirmed that it is continuing to explore directed energy weapons across multiple domains.
LAND NEWS
Birmingham arrest over social media people-smuggling ads
A man has been arrested in Birmingham on suspicion of advertising people smuggling services online, following a joint operation by the National Crime Agency and West Midlands Police.
Manchester terror plot targeting Jewish community foiled
Three men have been convicted over a foiled terrorist plot to attack Jewish targets in Greater Manchester, after an undercover operation prevented what police describe as one of the most serious threats seen in the UK in years.
British forces deployed worldwide on Christmas Day
Thousands of British Armed Forces personnel will remain deployed or on standby across the globe on Christmas Day, continuing operations that span Europe, the Middle East, the Indo-Pacific, Africa, the Caribbean, British Overseas Territories and the UK itself.
Troops remain on duty over Christmas
Around 19,000 British Armed Forces personnel will remain on duty or on standby over the Christmas period, including large numbers based in Scotland, as the UK maintains military readiness at home and overseas.
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