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Russian fighter jets fly ‘dangerously’ close to RAF spy plane over Black Sea

The Russian jets came within six metres of the RAF aircraft, disabling its autopilot before circling it six times, the Ministry of Defence said

The Independent UK

Russian fleet entering UK waters ‘daily’ since new intercept measures announced, government admits

Sixty-three sanctioned Russian vessels have crossed through British waters since the Ministry of Defence announced measures to tackle the shadow fleet in March

The Independent UK

Apache helicopter's 'loyal wingmen' support drones to be used for precision strikes, other duties — British Army's Project NYX funding money goes to four firms as effort hits new milestone

UK Ministry of Defence shortlists four firms to develop 'loyal wingmen' autonomous drones for British Army Apache helicopters.

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Late warnings and a minister’s fall: Latvia’s air-defence failures revealed

Latvia found itself at the centre of a national security storm last week. A series of drones crossed into its airspace, sparking not only a fire on the ground but also a political crisis that toppled the defence minister and exposed deep vulnerabilities in the Baltic state’s military readiness.

Euronews

How Did Nick Pope Die? Real Cause of Death and Why He Demanded UFO Disclosure

Nick Pope, a former UK Ministry of Defence official known for his work on UFOs, has died aged 60 from oesophageal cancer. He was a prominent voice in UFO discussions.

International Business Times UK

The UK is alarmingly unprepared for the threats it faces – security expert explains why

Lord Robertson, former UK defence secretary and Nato chief, has said that the UK’s national security is “in peril”. He is right. There is no secret about what the threats are. In addition to the woeful news from the Middle East and Ukraine every day, stories of sabotage, hacking, Russian…

The Conversation

Reeves digs heels in over defence boost despite fears UK security is ‘in peril’

The armed forces are thought to be facing a financial black hole of around £28bn over the next four years

The Independent UK

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UAE: BAPS Hindu Mandir to reopen from April 14 in Abu Dhabi after temporary closure

The UAE Ministry of Defence recently announced on April 9, 2026, that the country's skies were free from aerial threats after 40 days of war. Now, religious institutions that had been closed for a limited period of time due to the regional tensions have been reopened for the general public.

The Times of India

US Congressman Says Government Confirmed 'Alien Life' Exists Hours Before UFO Advocate Nick Pope's Death

US Congressman Tim Burchett reveals government confirmation of alien contact, just before UFO advocate Nick Pope's death, marking a pivotal moment in UFO disclosure.

International Business Times UK

Nick Pope - the UFO expert, known as the 'real Fox Mulder' - has died at the age of 60

UFO expert Nick Pope - who worked for the British Ministry of Defence (MoD) between 1991 and 1994 - has passed away aged 60.

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UK confirms drone-killing DragonFire laser weapon for Royal Navy destroyers by 2027 —laser downs 400mph high‑speed drones, costs $13 per shot

The UK Ministry of Defence has confirmed that the DragonFire high-energy laser weapon will be installed on Royal Navy Type 45 destroyers by 2027, five years ahead of the original schedule.

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How the UK would defend itself from an Iranian missile attack

Experts have assessed the UK’s defence systems after Israel warned London was in range of Iranian missiles

The Independent UK

Nick Pope - Britain's top UFO expert, known as the 'real Fox Mulder' - reveals devastating diagnosis

UFO expert Nick Pope - who worked for the British Ministry of Defence (MoD) between 1991 and 1994 - has revealed he has been diagnosed with incurable cancer.

BANG Premier

Middle East on Brink After US–Israel Strike Kills Iran’s Supreme Leader

A dramatic escalation in the Middle East has followed a joint United States–Israeli military operation that reportedly killed Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, triggering retaliatory strikes across the region and raising fears of a broader conflict.

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The Independent UK

F15 fighter jet falls from sky amid Iranian strikes on Kuwait

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Euronews

Russian intelligence claims UK and France plan to send nuclear arms to Ukraine, but offers no proof

As Ukraine marks four years since Moscow launched its full-scale invasion, Kyiv has shut down "absurd" claims by Russian intelligence that the UK and France will give it nuclear weapons.

The Guardian - UK

Palantir deals are a threat to our data rights as UK citizens

Letters: This US tech giant should not have been given NHS or Ministry of Defence contracts, writes Stephen Saunders. Plus a letter from Jan Savage

Evening Standard

Tributes paid to British Army officer from Roscommon killed in training incident

Captain Philip Gilbert Muldowney who grew up near Boyle in Roscommon died following a live fire training incident on Sunday.

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Evening Standard

New team aims to help British small businesses win defence contracts

The Defence Office for Small Business Growth has been launched.

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DragonFire laser shoots down high‑speed drones traveling at 400mph, costs $13 per shot — UK Navy to begin deploying system on destroyers

The UK Ministry of Defence (MoD) has announced that the high‑power laser system DragonFire successfully shot down drones travelling at speeds up to 650 km/h during recent trials in Scotland.

Evening Standard

Search ends for UK Navy crew member off north-west coast of Ireland

The Ministry of Defence said the missing RFA Tidesurge crew member has not been found and their family has been informed.

The Independent UK

Mystery of war heroes solved ahead of Remembrance Sunday

A total of 52 personnel killed in action during the First and Second World Wars have been named

Evening Standard

Identities of lost war heroes uncovered in time for Remembrance Sunday

The remains of 52 British and Commonwealth soldiers have been identified following investigations by Ministry of Defence ‘war detectives’.

The Independent UK

Ukraine-Russia war latest: Lavrov ‘ready’ to meet US officials after reports of rift with Putin

Comes as Russia launched hundreds of drones and missiles targeting energy infrastructure and killing at least seven people in Ukraine

The Independent UK

Ministry of Defence still unclear on cost of RAF nuclear jet plan, MPs say

Sir Keir Starmer announced at the Nato summit in June that the UK would purchase 12 F-35A jets

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