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UK declines to detail Ukraine peacekeeping plans
The Ministry of Defence is keeping quiet in Parliament on the composition, size or participating nations of a proposed multinational force for Ukraine, citing operational security concerns.
UK to increase military staff at NATO HQ in Brussels
The UK is set to increase its military footprint at NATO headquarters in Brussels, with seven additional posts to be added to the International Military Staff over the next three years, the Ministry of Defence has confirmed.
GCAP fighter programme HQ to host 500-strong workforce
The international headquarters overseeing the Global Combat Air Programme is expected to employ around 500 personnel once fully operational, according to the Ministry of Defence.
UK to spend nearly half a billion upgrading Typhoon fighters
More than half a billion pounds has been committed this week to upgrading the Royal Air Force’s Typhoon fighter fleet.
Stealth warship completes sea trials after hypersonic fit
U.S. Navy destroyer USS Zumwalt has successfully completed builder sea trials following a major modernisation programme that will see the ship become the first American naval platform for hypersonic weapons.
Royal Navy patrol ships rotate in Falklands mission
The Royal Navy has carried out a planned rotation of its South Atlantic patrol vessels, with HMS Medway taking over duties around the Falkland Islands as HMS Forth begins her return to the UK.
NAVAL NEWS
Stealth warship completes sea trials after hypersonic fit
U.S. Navy destroyer USS Zumwalt has successfully completed builder sea trials following a major modernisation programme that will see the ship become the first American naval platform for hypersonic weapons.
Royal Navy patrol ships rotate in Falklands mission
The Royal Navy has carried out a planned rotation of its South Atlantic patrol vessels, with HMS Medway taking over duties around the Falkland Islands as HMS Forth begins her return to the UK.
Indonesia signs deal for two more UK-designed frigates
Indonesia has signed an agreement paving the way for the acquisition of two additional UK-designed Arrowhead 140 frigates, as part of a partnership with Babcock.
UK Government criticises Scottish defence support policy
The UK Government has raised concerns about the potential impact of the Scottish Government’s defence sector support policy on jobs, skills and investment, following a parliamentary question, the UK Defence Journal understands.
AVIATION NEWS
GCAP fighter programme HQ to host 500-strong workforce
The international headquarters overseeing the Global Combat Air Programme is expected to employ around 500 personnel once fully operational, according to the Ministry of Defence.
UK to spend nearly half a billion upgrading Typhoon fighters
More than half a billion pounds has been committed this week to upgrading the Royal Air Force’s Typhoon fighter fleet.
US and partners open new air defence cell in Qatar
U.S. Central Command and regional partners have established a new air and missile defence coordination cell at Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar, the command stated.
Germany orders more Meteor missiles
Germany has signed a contract for additional Meteor beyond-visual-range air-to-air missiles to support the Bundeswehr’s combat aircraft.
LAND NEWS
NATO leaders stress role of NCOs in alliance readiness
Senior enlisted leaders from NATO nations have been briefed at NATO Headquarters in Brussels on the Alliance’s approach to readiness and decision-making, according to NATO.
UK declines to detail Ukraine peacekeeping plans
The Ministry of Defence is keeping quiet in Parliament on the composition, size or participating nations of a proposed multinational force for Ukraine, citing operational security concerns.
UK to increase military staff at NATO HQ in Brussels
The UK is set to increase its military footprint at NATO headquarters in Brussels, with seven additional posts to be added to the International Military Staff over the next three years, the Ministry of Defence has confirmed.
Huge NATO exercise kicks off in Central Europe
NATO has begun its largest military exercise of 2026, Steadfast Dart, with allied forces deploying across Central Europe as part of a major test of Alliance rapid reaction capability, according to NATO.





























