Monday, July 13, 2026Est. 2026

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Defence

Europe looks to defend itself

European leaders are reexamining their security strategies as doubts rise over the reliability of U.S. military support under President Trump, prompting discussions on how Europe…

Jul 7, 2026

US seeks McDonald’s model for missile making

Defense startups like Co-Aspire and Castelion are pioneering rapid, large-scale missile manufacturing using simplified designs and off-the-shelf parts to address the U.S. military’s missile shortage…

Jul 1, 2026

UK defence spending plan to include £1bn extra for drones

The UK government will soon announce a defence investment plan that includes increased funding for drone technology, elite commando forces, naval warships, and advanced air…

Jun 30, 2026

Russian warship opens fire in the Channel to warn off British yacht

A Russian warship fired warning shots at a British yacht in the English Channel near UK waters following the UK's recent seizure of a Russia-linked…

Jun 17, 2026

Airbus-Led Group Proposes Next-Generation Fighter Jet Project

Airbus is leading a new German-led alliance, Team Gen 6, to develop a next-generation fighter jet following the collapse of the Franco-German Future Combat Air…

Jun 10, 2026

Putin's GPS Jamming Poses Rising Risk to Flights Over Russian Border

Commercial flights near the Russian border have experienced increasing GPS signal disruptions due to intentional jamming, including a recent incident involving an RAF aircraft carrying…

May 26, 2026

Army Looks to Enhance Combat Capabilities with New Division, Document Suggests

The Canadian Army is reorganizing its structure by creating a new 1st Manoeuvre Division focused on modern combat capabilities such as armored vehicles, artillery, and…

May 19, 2026

Multibillion-pound boost planned for joint stealth jet project

The United Kingdom plans to invest around £6 billion in the Global Combat Air Programme to advance the design and development of a next-generation stealth…

May 19, 2026

U.S. Halts Joint Defence Board with Canada Amid Tensions

The United States has suspended the Permanent Joint Board on Defense with Canada, citing concerns over Ottawa’s insufficient commitment to shared military responsibilities despite recent…

May 19, 2026

'Record investment' in defence amid AUKUS fears

Australia is investing over $14 billion in naval and missile capabilities, including funding for Hunter Class frigates, AUKUS nuclear submarines, and new drone technology, to…

May 13, 2026

'Record investment’ in defence amid AUKUS fears

Australia is boosting its defence budget with over $14 billion allocated to naval projects, advanced technology, and cybersecurity upgrades in response to rising global tensions…

May 13, 2026

Swindon takes off as ‘drone capital’ to lead Britain’s fight against Putin

The Ministry of Defence is establishing a large combat drone testing and training centre at Swindon's Panattoni Park, transforming the former Honda factory site into…

Apr 16, 2026

Swindon takes off as ‘drone capital’ to lead Britain’s fight against Putin

The Ministry of Defence is set to open a major drone testing and training facility in Swindon on the site of a former Spitfire and…

Apr 15, 2026