UK Armed Forces recruitment has overtaken personnel outflow for the first time in almost four years, with recruitment rising 13%.

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MI6 chief to say ‘front line is everywhere’ in first speech

Speaking from MI6 headquarters, Blaise Metreweli will describe what she characterises as a complex and interconnected threat landscape, ranging from hybrid and information warfare to terrorism and rapid technological disruption.

MQ-28 fires AIM-120 in autonomous air combat test

Boeing and the Royal Australian Air Force have completed an air-to-air missile firing using an MQ-28 Ghost Bat uncrewed aircraft during a live exercise in Australia, marking what the company describes as a first-of-its-kind autonomous engagement.

Defence chief warns UK security risk demands whole nation

The Chief of the Defence Staff is expected to call for a “whole of society” approach to defence and national resilience, warning that Britain faces a more dangerous and uncertain security environment than at any point in his career.

BAE to supply modular masts for US Navy submarines

BAE Systems has been awarded a $36 million contract to supply Multifunction Modular Mast systems for integration on US Navy submarines, following a production agreement with Lockheed Martin, according to the company.

UK condemns conviction of Jimmy Lai, calls for release

The UK has condemned the conviction of Hong Kong media owner and democracy campaigner Jimmy Lai, calling for his immediate release following a guilty verdict announced on Monday.

Thales offers first insight into new 76Nano sonar system

Thales has given the UK Defence Journal early insight into a new sonar designed to support the Royal Navy’s push for uncrewed surveillance by pushing high-end sensors onto uncrewed subs.

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BAE to supply modular masts for US Navy submarines

BAE Systems has been awarded a $36 million contract to supply Multifunction Modular Mast systems for integration on US Navy submarines, following a production agreement with Lockheed Martin, according to the company.

Thales offers first insight into new 76Nano sonar system

Thales has given the UK Defence Journal early insight into a new sonar designed to support the Royal Navy’s push for uncrewed surveillance by pushing high-end sensors onto uncrewed subs.

AUKUS Pillar Two ‘lacks focus and delivery’ say MPs

AUKUS Pillar Two came under sustained pressure from MPs during the Defence Committee’s final evidence session, with ministers and officials repeatedly challenged on whether the pillar is producing meaningful capability.

Think tank urges unified maritime strategy for UK defence

A new memorandum published in Britain’s World by the Council on Geostrategy examines whether the UK’s latest defence strategies are sufficiently aligned to deliver the maritime capability they envisage.

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MQ-28 fires AIM-120 in autonomous air combat test

Boeing and the Royal Australian Air Force have completed an air-to-air missile firing using an MQ-28 Ghost Bat uncrewed aircraft during a live exercise in Australia, marking what the company describes as a first-of-its-kind autonomous engagement.

Ukrainian interceptor drones strained as air war intensifies

A new report warns that Russia’s air campaign against Ukraine shows no sign of easing, despite improvements in interception rates, with sustained pressure on energy infrastructure, cities and civilians continuing to define the conflict.

MOD seeks suppliers for RAF air traffic control simulators

The Ministry of Defence is preparing to procure a new generation of air traffic control visual simulators for use across Royal Air Force sites, according to a newly published tender notice.

Britain’s new ‘Nightfall’ ballistic missile project underway

Britain has launched 'Project Nightfall' for a cost effective, ground launched ballistic missile with a range greater than 500 kilometres, capable of operating in high threat and contested environments.

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British forces recruitment rises as intake overtakes outflow

UK Armed Forces recruitment has overtaken personnel outflow for the first time in almost four years, with recruitment rising 13%.

MI6 chief to say ‘front line is everywhere’ in first speech

Speaking from MI6 headquarters, Blaise Metreweli will describe what she characterises as a complex and interconnected threat landscape, ranging from hybrid and information warfare to terrorism and rapid technological disruption.

Defence chief warns UK security risk demands whole nation

The Chief of the Defence Staff is expected to call for a “whole of society” approach to defence and national resilience, warning that Britain faces a more dangerous and uncertain security environment than at any point in his career.

UK condemns conviction of Jimmy Lai, calls for release

The UK has condemned the conviction of Hong Kong media owner and democracy campaigner Jimmy Lai, calling for his immediate release following a guilty verdict announced on Monday.

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Tucked on the edge of Scotland’s capital, this facility has quietly transformed into one of the UK's most important defence hubs, shaping the future of air combat and surveillance. We were given access to see what goes on behind the scenes.

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