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.

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NATO leaders stress role of NCOs in alliance readiness

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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

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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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