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Long-range NATO spy drone monitors Russian border
The latest FORTE10 flight shows a USAF RQ-4B Global Hawk running one of its long surveillance circuits across Europe, monitoring the Russian exclave of Kaliningrad.
UK says ECRS Mk2 radar timing depends on Eurofighter work
A series of written parliamentary answers has shed light on the remaining obstacles facing delivery of the Typhoon’s new European Common Radar System Mk2, while also clarifying the pace of procurement and the wider Eurofighter enhancement programme.
Britain lacks dates for defence procurement speed up
Efforts to speed up defence procurement remain undefined as the MOD acknowledges it has set no firm timetable for meeting its accelerated contracting targets.
Minister rules out two power standard for Royal Navy
A recent question in Parliament has inexplicably clarified the government’s position on whether the Royal Navy should return to the two power standard.
Ukraine faces ‘loss of dignity or loss of a partner’
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky delivered a stark address to the nation today, drawing deliberate parallels with his wartime speech on the morning of Russia’s full-scale invasion in February 2022.
DragonFire – A guide to Britain’s new laser weapon
DragonFire is the UK’s new high-power laser weapon system, intended for Royal Navy ships from 2027. Here's a straightforward guide to Britain's new laser weapon.
NAVAL NEWS
Royal Navy sonar systems to lean on AI for upgrades
Areas of progress include "sensor optimisation, machine learning and artificial intelligence, to improve the sonar capabilities within the surface fleet".
Minister rules out two power standard for Royal Navy
A recent question in Parliament has inexplicably clarified the government’s position on whether the Royal Navy should return to the two power standard.
DragonFire – A guide to Britain’s new laser weapon
DragonFire is the UK’s new high-power laser weapon system, intended for Royal Navy ships from 2027. Here's a straightforward guide to Britain's new laser weapon.
British firm Kraken wins USSOCOM deal for new drone vessels
Kraken Technology Group has been awarded a United States Special Operations Command agreement worth up to $49 million to accelerate the development of new uncrewed surface and subsurface vessels.
AVIATION NEWS
Long-range NATO spy drone monitors Russian border
The latest FORTE10 flight shows a USAF RQ-4B Global Hawk running one of its long surveillance circuits across Europe, monitoring the Russian exclave of Kaliningrad.
UK says ECRS Mk2 radar timing depends on Eurofighter work
A series of written parliamentary answers has shed light on the remaining obstacles facing delivery of the Typhoon’s new European Common Radar System Mk2, while also clarifying the pace of procurement and the wider Eurofighter enhancement programme.
British paratroopers land in Japan
British troops have completed joint airborne training with Japan’s 1st Airborne Brigade as part of Exercise Vigilant Isles 25, a long-running bilateral drill focused on island defence, rapid deployment and shared tactics.
Windracers ULTRA displayed at Parliament for Ukraine Focus
Windracers has showcased its ULTRA autonomous aircraft at the UK Parliament following an invitation from the Ministry of Defence, the organisation stated.
LAND NEWS
Britain lacks dates for defence procurement speed up
Efforts to speed up defence procurement remain undefined as the MOD acknowledges it has set no firm timetable for meeting its accelerated contracting targets.
Ukraine faces ‘loss of dignity or loss of a partner’
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky delivered a stark address to the nation today, drawing deliberate parallels with his wartime speech on the morning of Russia’s full-scale invasion in February 2022.
Denmark orders 44 more CV90 vehicles from BAE Systems
Denmark has ordered 44 additional CV90 MkIIIC infantry fighting vehicles from BAE Systems Hägglunds under a contract valued at about $450 million.
Former Reform UK Wales MEP jailed for pro-Russia bribery
Former Reform UK leader in Wales and ex-MEP Nathan Gill has been jailed for taking bribes to make pro-Russian statements, following an investigation led by the Metropolitan Police Counter Terrorism Command.
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