The Latest Breaking News from National Security

Handling of China spying case was ‘shambolic’, security committee concludes

Report says ‘systemic failures’ led to collapse of trial, but found no evidence of UK government interference

The Guardian - UK · Dec 3, 2025

No conspiracy but ‘systemic failures’ in collapsed China spy case, report finds

The Joint Committee on the National Security Strategy cautioned against dismissing the case as a ‘one-off’ caused by outdated espionage laws.

Evening Standard · Dec 3, 2025

Cosmonaut removed from SpaceX's Crew 12 mission for violating national security rules: report

Veteran cosmonaut Oleg Artemyev was taken off SpaceX's Crew 12 mission to the International Space Station after violating ITAR regulations, according to the Russian publication The Insider.

Space · Dec 2, 2025

UK terror watchdog warns national security plan ignores escalating online threats

Independent reviewer says need to protect against online threats is now as important as need for robust armed forces

The Guardian - UK · Dec 2, 2025

Starmer: We have to work with China – even if it threatens national security

The prime minister used his Mansion House speech to defend a ‘thawing’ of relations with Beijing – potentially laying the groundwork for a controversial new super embassy to be given approval

The Independent UK · Dec 1, 2025

Hong Kong arrests 13 on suspicion of manslaughter over apartment fires

Authorities face growing criticism for detaining at least two civilians who have called for accountability

The Guardian - UK · Dec 1, 2025

John Bolton Questions Trump's Latest 'Incoherent Strategy' To Achieve Ukraine-Russia Agreement, Calls It 'Typically Trumpian'

Former U.S. national security adviser John Bolton renewed sharp criticism Sunday of the 28-point peace proposal advanced by Donald Trump to end the war between Russia and Ukraine, calling the reasoning behind it a "mystery" and the approach "incoherent."

Benzinga · Dec 1, 2025

National Guard Shooting: 5,005 Migrant Afghans Flagged Since 2021 In 'Weak Vetting' Scandal

DHS data reveals over 5,000 Afghans flagged for 'national security' since 2021. Senator Grassley warns the tragedy 'validates my concerns.'

International Business Times UK · Nov 30, 2025

Trump Once Compared Taiwan To The Tip Of His Sharpie, Would Sell Out The Island For A Deal With China, Says John Bolton: 'They Should Be Scared'

Former national security adviser John Bolton is warning that the United States could abandon Taiwan in pursuit of a grand trade bargain with China if President Donald Trump has his way.

Benzinga · Nov 28, 2025

Revealed: Former CIA-Linked Afghan Insider Accused of Opening Fire on National Guard in DC Attack

Afghan-born former CIA partner-force member Rahmanullah Lakanwal is accused of ambushing two West Virginia National Guard soldiers near the White House — raising urgent questions about refugee vetting and national security.

International Business Times UK · Nov 27, 2025