A U.S. Navy destroyer has carried out live-fire training while operating in the South China Sea as part of routine deployment activity with a carrier strike group, according to the service.

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Avenger jet drone conducts simulated intercept

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems has completed another autonomous flight demonstration using its MQ-20 Avenger jet, including a simulated aerial intercept against a live, piloted aircraft, according to the company.

UK draws red line on Greenland sovereignty

Prime Minister Keir Starmer has warned that the use of trade tariffs against allied nations is "completely wrong", after US President Donald Trump said he would impose sweeping import taxes on countries opposing his proposal for the United States to acquire Greenland.

QinetiQ secures huge Typhoon support contract extension

The agreement will see QinetiQ deliver ongoing mission-critical engineering support intended to sustain Typhoon capability and pilot safety.

Why the Proteus autonomous helicopter matters

The first flight of the Royal Navy's Proteus autonomous helicopter is a visible milestone, but the aircraft's importance lies less in the airframe and more in the operational pressure that led to its development.

UK Defence Journal reporting on Iran bots raised in inquiry

A House of Commons committee heard evidence that bot activity linked to Iran appeared to drop sharply during internet shutdowns inside the country, with UK Defence Journal reporting referenced in the discussion.

Sweeney warns vessel delays risk shipyard job losses

"The Scottish Government have failed to purchase a new vessel with a Scottish shipyard in over a decade," warned Paul Sweeney MSP.

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US warship fires weapons during South China Sea patrol

A U.S. Navy destroyer has carried out live-fire training while operating in the South China Sea as part of routine deployment activity with a carrier strike group, according to the service.

Sweeney warns vessel delays risk shipyard job losses

"The Scottish Government have failed to purchase a new vessel with a Scottish shipyard in over a decade," warned Paul Sweeney MSP.

New US Navy mobile ship target reaches Port Hueneme

The U.S. Navy’s newest Mobile Ship Target has arrived at Port Hueneme, California, where it will be prepared for use in future weapons testing, according to the service.

Royal, French navies train shipborne drones in Med

Royal Navy drone personnel have carried out joint training with their French counterparts in the Mediterranean, focused on sharing experience in the operation of uncrewed rotary-wing aircraft, the service stated.

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Avenger jet drone conducts simulated intercept

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems has completed another autonomous flight demonstration using its MQ-20 Avenger jet, including a simulated aerial intercept against a live, piloted aircraft, according to the company.

QinetiQ secures huge Typhoon support contract extension

The agreement will see QinetiQ deliver ongoing mission-critical engineering support intended to sustain Typhoon capability and pilot safety.

Why the Proteus autonomous helicopter matters

The first flight of the Royal Navy's Proteus autonomous helicopter is a visible milestone, but the aircraft's importance lies less in the airframe and more in the operational pressure that led to its development.

NATO warships ‘fight off’ F-35 jets in Arctic training

NATO warships operating in the High North have carried out joint air defence training with Norwegian F-35 fighter aircraft as part of a wider maritime deployment aimed at strengthening readiness in the region.

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UK draws red line on Greenland sovereignty

Prime Minister Keir Starmer has warned that the use of trade tariffs against allied nations is "completely wrong", after US President Donald Trump said he would impose sweeping import taxes on countries opposing his proposal for the United States to acquire Greenland.

UK Defence Journal reporting on Iran bots raised in inquiry

A House of Commons committee heard evidence that bot activity linked to Iran appeared to drop sharply during internet shutdowns inside the country, with UK Defence Journal reporting referenced in the discussion.

NATO military staff chief visits alliance sites in Italy

Lieutenant General Remigijus Baltrėnas, Director General of the International Military Staff, has completed a two-day visit to several NATO structures in Italy, including facilities in Naples and Rome.

Army reserve in major explosion response drill near Glasgow

Personnel from 144 (Parachute) Medical Squadron, an Army Reserve unit that forms part of 16 Medical Regiment, have taken part in a large-scale emergency response exercise near Glasgow.

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