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‘I have been fighting with Ukrainian soldiers for two years. Trump and Putin can’t bring peace overnight’

ON THE GROUND: Drew Scott, a former British soldier, joined Ukraine’s International Legion in 2023 and has fought in some of the war’s most vicious battles. As the US and Russian leaders prepare to meet in Alaska, he tells Askold Krushelnycky the mood on the frontline is one of weary…

The Independent UK

British troops stationed in Kenya found paying for sex despite ban

The British Army has vowed to crack down on sexual abuse after an inquiry found some of its soldiers using sex workers at a training site in Kenya.

Euronews

The Traitors winner Harry Clark announces debut memoir focused on his faith

The 24-year-old won the second series of the hit BBC show, which sees a group of ‘faithfuls’ attempt to banish the ‘traitors’ to win a cash prize.

Evening Standard

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Ex-British Army chief says conflict with Russia a ‘realistic possibility’

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The Independent UK

UK must prepare for possible war with Russia within five years, ex-British Army chief warns

In an interview with The Telegraph, General Sir Patrick Sanders warned that the government needs to act swiftly to improve national resilience

The Independent UK

Anne rededicates First World War Menin Gate memorial to ‘remembrance and unity’

The princess also visited the grave of Queen Victoria’s grandson, Prince Maurice von Battenberg, who died fighting with the British Army.

Evening Standard

William in accommodation pledge as he dishes out bacon rolls to soldiers

The Army Air Corps is the combat aviation arm of the British Army

Evening Standard

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Bikers to descend on Westminster for veterans protest against Legacy Act repeal

Organisers say there could be around 1,000 demonstrators gathering on Whitehall in central London on Friday.

Evening Standard

UK develops ‘invisible’ weapon that can take down drone swarms

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The Independent UK

Minefield-clearing robot to be trialled for British Army front lines

The Weevil device can be operated via remote control by a single person from several miles away.

Evening Standard

Voices: Independent readers share their views on conscription – from ‘necessary evil’ to ‘waste of time’

THE INDEPENDENT DEBATE: Readers were divided on the idea of reintroducing national service, with many agreeing that Britain’s military is underprepared, but questioning whether conscription is the right solution in 2025

The Independent UK

Fact check: The Prime Minister and the Army both celebrated Mother’s Day

Both posted to social media before criticism that they had not posted about Mother’s Day.

Evening Standard

Prince William Is Heading to This Country for the First Time—But Princess Kate Won't be Joining Him

The visit is "off the table" for the Princess of Wales.

Marie Claire

Britain doesn't have enough soldiers to put large peace-keeping force in Ukraine for long, warns ex-army chief

Lord Dannatt, former head of the British Army, backed Sir Keir Starmer in committing UK forces to play their part in any peace-keeping operation

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Daniel Khalife: Prison break soldier who spied for Iran wanted to be James Bond

Daniel Khalife passed on secrets to Iran after his efforts to become a British secret agent were rebuffed

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Why Nepal’s Gurkha fighters want to join India’s army again

Change of rules in Indian Army hiring scheme has affected young men in Nepal who are training to join armies worldwide.

Evening Standard

Mark Burnett: Hollywood TV giant who was ‘formed’ in the British Army

Donald Trump has named Mr Burnett as his special envoy to the UK.

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UK's Wolfhound mobile laser weapon exhibits 100% drone zapping success in field trials

Field tests of the British Army's newest drone-destroying mobile laser weapon have reportedly enjoyed great success.

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Evening Standard

Laser weapon destroys flying drones in successful test by British Army

The technology works by directing an intense beam of infrared light towards its target, the Ministry of Defence said.

The Independent UK

British Army’s ‘groundbreaking’ laser weapon destroys flying drones in successful test

The technology works by directing an intense beam of infrared light towards its target, the Ministry of Defence said

Evening Standard

OPINION - The defence forces are too weak to face dangerous new challenges

And the Government’s delayed defence review will only make things worse

The Independent UK

Daniel Khalife: Fantasist who played cynical game from hapless MI5 double agent plot to audacious prison escape

Former soldier now jailed for spying for Iran and escape from Wandsworth prison that sparked 75-hour manhunt

Evening Standard

Daniel Khalife: Boy soldier who thought he could be James Bond

Khalife, who grew up in south-west London, passed secret information to Iranian agents after joining the British Army.

Evening Standard

Ex-British Army soldier Daniel Khalife found guilty of spying for Iran

He ‘probably enjoyed the thrill of deception throughout’, police said.

The Independent UK

Father of ex-British soldier captured by Russia fears son will be tortured after fighting for Ukraine

Father says he tried to stop his son James Scott Rhys Anderson from joining the Ukrainian forces

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