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Leonardo targets huge revenue boost by 2030
Italian aerospace and defence group Leonardo has outlined plans to significantly expand orders, revenue and profitability by the end of the decade as part of an updated industrial strategy covering the period from 2026 to 2030, according to the company.
Plans set out for new veteran support centre network
The government has outlined plans for a new network of support centres intended to improve access to services for veterans across the UK.
Counter-terrorism podcast returns with explosive new series
A podcast offering insight into the work of UK Counter Terrorism Policing has returned for a second series, featuring interviews with officers and specialists involved in national security operations.
MOD says no earlier offer of warship to defend Cyprus
The Royal Navy did not make a formal offer earlier this year to deploy a Type 45 destroyer before HMS Dragon was eventually sent to the eastern Mediterranean, the Ministry of Defence has claimed.
What next for the UK-US special relationship?
Recent tensions over Iran risk damaging the UK–US ‘special relationship’, and responsibility lies with Washington rather than London, argues former British diplomat Greg Quinn OBE.
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US Navy selects Anduril for large autonomous submarine
The U.S. Navy and the Defense Innovation Unit have selected defence technology firm Anduril to participate in a programme aimed at developing extra-large autonomous underwater vehicles.
MOD says no earlier offer of warship to defend Cyprus
The Royal Navy did not make a formal offer earlier this year to deploy a Type 45 destroyer before HMS Dragon was eventually sent to the eastern Mediterranean, the Ministry of Defence has claimed.
Fire breaks out aboard American carrier in Red Sea
A small, non-combat-related fire broke out aboard the US aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford while it was operating in the Red Sea, according to the US Navy.
UK and Australia explore steel cooperation for AUKUS
The UK and Australia are examining ways to strengthen cooperation between their steel industries to support the AUKUS submarine programme.
Frigates remain key to UK Atlantic Bastion plan
Royal Navy general-purpose frigates will still play a central role in the emerging Atlantic Bastion concept for defending the North Atlantic.
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Leonardo targets huge revenue boost by 2030
Italian aerospace and defence group Leonardo has outlined plans to significantly expand orders, revenue and profitability by the end of the decade as part of an updated industrial strategy covering the period from 2026 to 2030, according to the company.
American KC-135 tanker lost during operation over Iraq
A U.S. Air Force KC-135 aerial refuelling aircraft has been lost over Iraq during ongoing military operations in the region, according to U.S. Central Command.
New NATO air defence missile to follow spiral model
A new low-cost surface-to-air missile being developed with European allies will initially be fielded with a minimum deployable capability before being upgraded through successive improvements.
New British military helicopter to enter service in 2031
The first of the new medium-lift military helicopters for the UK is expected to enter service in January 2031.
UK confirms limits on US strikes launched from British bases
The UK government has confirmed that United States forces are authorised to use British military bases only for limited defensive strikes against Iranian missile facilities, according to a series of parliamentary answers from the Ministry of Defence.
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Plans set out for new veteran support centre network
The government has outlined plans for a new network of support centres intended to improve access to services for veterans across the UK.
Counter-terrorism podcast returns with explosive new series
A podcast offering insight into the work of UK Counter Terrorism Policing has returned for a second series, featuring interviews with officers and specialists involved in national security operations.
NATO and allies test rapid deployment across Europe
Exercise STEADFAST FOXTROT 2026 will see NATO commands and member states test the rapid deployment and sustainment of forces across Europe.
UK offers funding for two defence tech colleges in Scotland
The UK government has urged the Scottish Government to match funding for two proposed defence technical colleges, with ministers arguing the facilities are needed to support a growing defence order book and rising demand for skilled workers.
Government warns of risks from overseas AI dominance
The UK government has warned that the concentration of advanced artificial intelligence development in a small number of overseas jurisdictions could pose strategic risks to Britain's security and freedom of action.
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