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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
They Plan to Dramatically Raise the Age Limit for the Strategic Reserve: 'Many of Them Have Valuable Experience'
The British Ministry of Defence plans to raise the age limit for the strategic reserve from 55 to 65 years, allowing veterans up to 65 to be called into service in times of war or serious preparations for war.
3,000 jobs at risk unless MoD signs helicopter order, sources say
The UK's last military helicopter factory may close, putting 3,000 jobs at risk, unless the Ministry of Defence places an order in the coming weeks.
MoD warns of potential £50 billion compensation bill for hearing loss
The Ministry of Defence has acknowledged its responsibility for causing permanent hearing damage to troops and is seeking to limit compensation payouts amidst a potential £50 billion liability.
UK helped US seize Russian-flagged tanker, defence ministry says
The UK Ministry of Defence announced its support for the US operation that seized a Russian-flagged oil tanker for violating Iranian sanctions, highlighting military assistance and surveillance provided during the mission.
Message from UFO left in UK forest finally released after 40 years by Ministry of Defence
The UK Ministry of Defence has released a message purportedly from a UFO encountered by Sergeant James W Penniston 40 years ago in Suffolk, which allegedly contains coordinates to ancient sites.
New data reveals the dark side of the return of Russian fighters from the battlefield. The trend is alarming
The UK Ministry of Defence reports an increasing trend of violent crimes committed by returning Russian military veterans against civilians, with around 550 civilians killed and 465 injured, primarily by some of the 180,000 convicts recruited by the Kremlin for the war in Ukraine.
The United Kingdom launches a paid training program to attract young people to the army
The UK is set to launch a one-year paid training program in March aimed at attracting individuals under 25 to join the military, as announced by the Ministry of Defence.
Ministry of Defence to offer gap year–style scheme to young people
The UK Ministry of Defence plans to launch a gap year-style scheme for young people to introduce them to military life, with the pilot program beginning in March 2026 and set to recruit 150 individuals under 25.