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🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Britain’s nuclear submarines carnage as nearly 200 sailors fail drug tests

Nearly 200 Royal Navy sailors have failed drug tests over the past seven years, with significant implications for security and military integrity.

Mar 21 • 20:27 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Ukraine's Defence Ministry explains how operators of heavy bomber drones are trained

Ukraine's Defence Ministry outlines the training process for heavy bomber drone operators, emphasizing specialized piloting courses and nighttime navigation skills.

Mar 21 • 13:59 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

It is reported that a bribe was possibly offered to a Ministry of National Defence employee: The Special Investigation Service has started an investigation

The Lithuanian Ministry of National Defence is investigating a possible bribery case involving one of its employees, which reflects ongoing efforts to combat corruption within the defense sector.

Mar 20 • 11:33 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

An Employee of the Ministry of National Defence Allegedly Offered a Bribe, The Anti-Corruption Service has Launched an Investigation

An employee within Lithuania's Ministry of National Defence reported an alleged bribe offer, prompting an anti-corruption investigation.

Mar 20 • 11:23 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

I. Ruginiene and her family returned from Italy on the 'Spartan' plane - message from the Ministry of National Defence

Lithuanian Prime Minister I. Ruginiene returned from Italy aboard a 'Spartan' aircraft, which was part of a government effort to save costs on returning the official delegation.

Mar 17 • 12:28 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Defence Ministry launches A1 Defense AI Center to accelerate AI use in warfare – video

Ukraine's Defence Ministry has established the A1 Defense AI Center to expedite technological innovation in military operations.

Mar 17 • 10:36 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
World

Israeli Defence Ministry reports killing of Iran’s National Security Council secretary Larijani

The Israeli Defence Ministry confirmed the killing of Iranian National Security Council secretary Ali Larijani in an airstrike, as well as the death of a Basij commander in Tehran.

Mar 17 • 10:09 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

The British Ministry of Defence prepares to sign a contract with the Estonian company Threod Systems

The UK Ministry of Defence is set to sign a nearly £5 million contract with Estonian defense technology firm Threod Systems for their drone launch system, Cata.

Mar 17 • 04:25 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
National & Local

What lessons does Taiwan see from Iran and Ukraine for its air-defence strategy?

Taiwan's defense ministry emphasizes the need for low-cost interceptor weapons to counter increasing threats from China's military, drawing lessons from recent conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East.

Mar 16 • 13:30 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Defence ministry urges timely pension payment for retired military personnel

The Nigerian Defence Ministry has called for timely pension payments for retired military personnel to ensure their welfare and livelihood.

Mar 14 • 21:41 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
World

Nigerians, other nationalities caught in UAE-Iran crossfire

The UAE Ministry of Defence reports multiple missile and drone interceptions from Iran amid escalating regional tensions affecting Gulf security.

Mar 14 • 21:07 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Nuked Blood: New files show UK government helped cover up horror nuclear troop tests

Newly revealed documents indicate that the UK government, including the Atomic Weapons Establishment and the Ministry of Defence, systematically covered up the harmful effects of radiation exposure on servicemen involved in nuclear tests.

Mar 14 • 20:15 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

NHS and MoD will be urged to buy British tech to drive growth amid Iran crisis

UK government ministers are advocating for the NHS and Ministry of Defence to purchase British technology as part of a strategy to leverage artificial intelligence for economic growth during the ongoing Iran crisis.

Mar 14 • 06:00 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Ministry of National Defence: Lithuania is intensively preparing for the reception of the German brigade

Lithuania is preparing for the arrival of a German brigade, with strong commitments to support from Germany amid regional tensions.

Mar 13 • 07:34 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

Mysterious drone found at Polish mine. The head of the Ministry of National Defence comments

A worker at the Brown Coal Mine in Gałczyce discovered an unmanned aerial vehicle, leading to intervention by local police and the prosecution.

Mar 12 • 14:54 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Ukraine opens battlefield data for AI training to partners, Defence Ministry reports

Ukraine is launching a new initiative to provide battlefield data for training artificial intelligence systems in collaboration with international partners, aiming to enhance the effectiveness of unmanned systems in warfare.

Mar 12 • 13:57 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Ukrainian Defence Ministry is procuring Ukrainian-made surface-to-air missiles

Ukraine's Defence Ministry is acquiring domestically produced surface-to-air missiles according to the Director of the Defence Procurement Agency.

Mar 12 • 12:48 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Ministry of Defence settles High Court legal claim against Ant Middleton

The UK Ministry of Defence has settled a High Court legal claim against former special forces member Ant Middleton over allegations he disclosed classified information.

Mar 12 • 09:28 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

MoD issues update on RFA Lyme Bay as 580-foot ship prepared for Middle East deployment

The UK Ministry of Defence has announced that the RFA Lyme Bay is in heightened readiness for deployment to assist British citizens stranded in the Middle East due to ongoing conflict.

Mar 10 • 11:42 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

MoD criticised after delay in sending HMS Dragon to Cyprus

The UK Ministry of Defence faces criticism over delays in deploying HMS Dragon to Cyprus, despite claims of extensive efforts to prepare the ship for quick deployment.

Mar 10 • 11:06 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
World

Britain: Plans to deploy a second ship in the Mediterranean

The British Ministry of Defence is preparing to deploy a second ship in the Mediterranean as needed, following the planned deployment of the HMS Dragon.

Mar 10 • 09:39 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

The Lithuanian Army Received AMRAAM and Spike LR2 Missiles

Lithuania's Ministry of National Defence announced the arrival of AMRAAM and Spike LR2 missiles worth over 5.7 million euros for the Lithuanian army.

Mar 9 • 12:51 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

HMS Dragon delay 'explained' as union suggests real reason why ship is still in dock

The Prospect Union claims that delays in deploying HMS Dragon to the Mediterranean stem from cost-cutting measures that have reduced staff working hours, a point disputed by the Ministry of Defence.

Mar 6 • 22:44 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Ministry of Defence's Chief Official on Nuclear Weapons Law Changes: Details Cannot Be Shared, Information is Classified

Finland's Ministry of Defence is proposing amendments to nuclear energy and criminal laws to facilitate the country's participation in NATO's nuclear deterrence arrangements.

Mar 6 • 16:31 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Russia downs more than 80 drones, including 56 over temporarily occupied Crimea

The Russian Defence Ministry reported intercepting and destroying 83 Ukrainian drones, with a significant number downed over Crimea.

Mar 6 • 04:58 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Drones wiped out nearly 89,000 Russian troops over winter - Ukraine's Defence Ministry

Ukraine's Defence Ministry reported that nearly 89,000 Russian soldiers were killed during the winter months, primarily due to drone operations.

Mar 5 • 14:55 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Azerbaijani Defence Ministry says Iran's attack on airport will not go unanswered

The Azerbaijani Ministry of Defence stated it will respond to Iran's recent drone attack on Nakhchivan International Airport, asserting that the incident will lead to necessary measures for national security.

Mar 5 • 10:37 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Major update after Cyprus RAF base drone attack as MoD reveals 'it was not Iran'

The UK Ministry of Defence confirms that a drone targeting RAF Akrotiri was not launched from Iran.

Mar 4 • 17:28 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

The Ministry of National Defence purchased protective equipment for medical institutions against chemical and radiological threats

Lithuania’s Ministry of National Defence has acquired protective gear for healthcare facilities to enhance preparedness against chemical and radiological incidents, in collaboration with the Ministry of Health.

Mar 4 • 13:22 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

The Ministry aims to purchase mine-hunting ship modernization services from VLG without a competition

The Lithuanian Ministry of National Defence plans to procure modernization services for a mine-hunting vessel from VLG without a competitive tender, citing national security interests.

Mar 4 • 06:15 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

Meeting at the Ministry of National Defence: Firm Declaration on the Security of Poles

The Polish Ministry of National Defence held a meeting focusing on the security of Polish citizens amid ongoing conflicts in the Middle East.

Mar 3 • 13:02 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
Crime & Justice

The Ministry of Defence was vandalized with pink paint - costing tens of thousands

The facade of the historically significant Ministry of Defence building in Helsinki was vandalized with red paint, leading to repair costs in the tens of thousands of euros.

Mar 3 • 12:24 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Navy to receive VL-Shtil missile, Coast Guard to get 6 helicopters... deal worth 5083 crores

The Indian Ministry of Defence signed two significant deals worth 5083 crores, securing advanced helicopters for the Coast Guard and vertical launch surface-to-air missiles for the Navy.

Mar 3 • 11:42 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Ministry of Defence vandalized - Police report

The Ministry of Defence in Finland was vandalized, leading to ongoing police investigations and multiple arrests.

Mar 3 • 11:40 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Leonardo, order of 1 billion in the UK

The UK Ministry of Defence has awarded Leonardo a £1 billion contract for the New Medium Helicopter program, enhancing the capabilities of the British Armed Forces with 23 new AW149 helicopters.

Mar 3 • 04:00 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Qatar says it has repelled Iranian air attack

Qatar's Ministry of Defence reported successfully intercepting multiple Iranian aircraft, missiles, and drones targeting its territory.

Mar 2 • 18:35 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

According to the Ministry of Defence, the errors pointed out by the National Audit Office have been corrected

The Estonian Ministry of Defence claims that issues identified by the National Audit Office have been resolved.

Mar 2 • 13:50 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
World

London reports a "suspected drone strike" on a military base in Cyprus

The UK Ministry of Defence reported a suspected drone strike on its Akrotiri military base in Cyprus, prompting heightened defensive measures.

Mar 2 • 06:43 UTC
🇬🇧 Sky News
National & Local

RAF base in Cyprus hit by drone strike

The RAF base in Akrotiri, Cyprus was struck by a drone, prompting the relocation of families stationed there, according to the UK Ministry of Defence.

Mar 2 • 01:22 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

UK military base in Cyprus has been hit by a suspected drone strike

A suspected drone strike targeted the UK military base RAF Akrotiri in Cyprus, but there were no casualties reported.

Mar 2 • 01:09 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
World

UK engages in Iran war as RAF Typhoon fighter 'takes out' drone

The UK Ministry of Defence confirmed that an RAF Typhoon jet successfully shot down an Iranian drone approaching Qatar, marking the UK's first active engagement in the Middle East conflict since recent escalations.

Mar 1 • 18:26 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
World

Over 500 Iranian drones and 167 missiles targeted UAE, defence ministry says

The UAE Ministry of Defence reported that Iranian drone and missile strikes resulted in three fatalities and numerous injuries in the UAE.

Mar 1 • 14:03 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Russian Defence Ministry claims to have downed about 100 Ukrainian drones, 40 over Crimea

The Russian Defence Ministry asserts that its air defense systems have intercepted approximately 100 Ukrainian drones, with significant interceptions reported over Crimea and other regions.

Feb 28 • 05:40 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Approaching pain point: Ukraine's Defence Ministry to step up pressure on Russia's shadow fleet

Ukraine's Defence Ministry is intensifying efforts to disrupt Russia's shadow fleet, which has been circumventing Western energy sanctions since the 2022 invasion.

Feb 27 • 10:19 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

MoD launch probe into whether Jeffrey Epstein used RAF bases for 'Lolita Express' flights

The UK Ministry of Defence is investigating allegations that Jeffrey Epstein utilized RAF bases for flights associated with his 'Lolita Express,' following a dossier presented by former Prime Minister Gordon Brown.

Feb 26 • 22:21 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
World

Zakharova: The deployment of British troops in Ukraine will prolong, not end, the war

Maria Zakharova, a spokesperson for the Russian Foreign Ministry, argues that the presence of British troops in Ukraine will extend the conflict rather than resolve it, contradicting UK Defence Secretary Ben Wallace's perspective.

Feb 26 • 14:33 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Who will supply military rolling stock for PKP Cargo?

The Polish Ministry of National Defence plans to support PKP Cargo's purchase of railway rolling stock worth 400 million PLN, aiming to acquire locomotives and heavy-duty platforms for military logistics.

Feb 26 • 05:50 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Putin orders FSB to step up protection for Russian Defence Ministry and defence industry officials

Putin has directed the FSB to enhance security for high-ranking officials in the Russian Defence Ministry and the defense industry amid escalating threats.

Feb 24 • 14:10 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Defence Ministry outlines Ukraine’s three wartime goals: protect skies, stop Russia and cut off its resources

Ukraine's Defense Ministry has announced three primary objectives for its wartime strategy: enhancing air defense, halting Russian advances, and reducing Russia's economic capabilities to sustain the war.

Feb 24 • 10:06 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

UK Defence Ministry chief: I want to be defence secretary who deploys British troops to Ukraine

UK Defence Secretary John Healey expresses his desire to be the first to send British troops to Ukraine, indicating a potential end to the war.

Feb 22 • 10:51 UTC

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