Denmark Blames Russia for Destructive Cyber-Attacks
Danish intelligence states Russia was behind cyber-attacks on a water utility and election websites, calling it 'clear evidence' of a hybrid war against the West. Read the full report.
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Sir John Stanley, Former Defence Minister, Dies at 85
Sir John Stanley, the respected former Armed Forces Minister and long-serving MP for Tonbridge and Malling, has died aged 85. Read about his remarkable career and legacy.
Ukrainian Soldiers' Haunting Stares After 130-Day Frontline Ordeal
Two battle-weary Ukrainian soldiers return from 130 days in Donetsk. Their silent stares tell the story of gruelling combat as their brigade defends Kostyantynivka against relentless Russian assaults.
War reporter Peter Arnett dies at 91
Peter Arnett, the fearless journalist who won a Pulitzer for his Vietnam coverage and reported live from Baghdad during the Gulf War, has died at 91. Discover his remarkable career.
UK Builds Own 'Iron Dome' Defence Against Russia
Britain is designing its own missile defence system to counter Russian ballistic and cruise missiles, a top defence chief reveals. Discover the urgent national security shift.
Historic WWI War Crime Case Still Influences International Law
A 1918 German U-boat attack on survivors of a Canadian hospital ship set a crucial legal precedent. Discover the landmark case still cited in modern war crimes law.
Russia's Economy Collapses Under Weight of Ukraine War
Analysis: Russia's economy is faltering as the war in Ukraine drains resources. With inflation soaring and energy income plummeting, could internal tensions lead to Putin's downfall?
NATO's Largest Cyber War Game Tests Russian Threat Response
NATO staged its biggest-ever cyber war game in Tallinn, simulating crippling attacks on civilian and military infrastructure. Discover how allies prepared for the digital battlefield.
Europe Fears Trump Victory Could Abandon Ukraine to Putin
European leaders warn a second Trump presidency could halt US aid to Ukraine, emboldening Putin and forcing a radical EU defence rethink. Read the urgent analysis.
Germany revives voluntary military service, faces Gen Z protests
Germany's parliament votes to reintroduce voluntary military service for 18-year-olds, sparking widespread youth protests. Discover why Gen Z is resisting and the geopolitical pressures behind the move.
UK Must Strategically Invest in Defence AI to Compete
The Autumn Budget pledges £1.5bn and 2.6% GDP for defence, but experts warn AI and autonomy need sustained focus, not just cash, to secure Britain's future. Read the analysis.
Total War: Medieval 3 Announced, Star Wars Rumours Fly
Creative Assembly announces Total War: Medieval 3 and teases a second major project, fuelling speculation about a rumoured Star Wars strategy game. Get the full details on the 25th anniversary reveals.
Putin's daughter apologises in Paris confrontation
Vladimir Putin's secret daughter, Luiza Rozova, expressed regret for her father's war when confronted by a Ukrainian journalist in Paris. Read the full story of the emotional encounter.
UK announces £2.4bn defence boost for new tech and submarines
The UK government unveils a major £2.4 billion defence investment, funding new submarines, AI, and drones to counter global threats. Read the full strategy.
UK 'unprepared for war', ex-defence secretaries warn
Sky News podcast reveals decades of hollowed-out UK defences. Former ministers admit military is short of troops, ammo and medics. Discover the full story.
Hegseth told soldiers to ignore legal advice on engagement rules
US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth instructed soldiers in Iraq to disregard legal advice on rules of engagement, a stance now under scrutiny after a deadly Caribbean strike. Read the full investigation.
Forgotten WWII Pillbox Hidden at London Underground Station
Discover the WWII pillbox at Putney Bridge Station, a concrete relic from 1940 built as a last line of defence against German invasion. Learn its history and how to spot it today.
Australia tracks Chinese navy, announces defence overhaul
Australia monitors a Chinese naval flotilla near its waters while launching a major reform of defence project delivery. Get the latest on national security and government restructuring.
Australia announces major defence bureaucracy overhaul
Australia launches biggest defence restructuring since 1970s amid Chinese naval activity tracking. New agency aims to fix budget and timeline overruns.
UK Special Forces 'Kill Policy' in Afghanistan Inquiry
A public inquiry hears a senior officer warned of a 'deliberate policy' to kill fighting-aged males in Afghanistan, with allegations of a cover-up reaching the highest levels of UK special forces command.
London's Damp Cold Feels Colder Than Canada's Winter
Discover the scientific reasons why London's damp, humid winter can feel colder than Canada's freezing temperatures, from heat conductivity to the urban canyon effect.
Could Britain Bring Back Conscription After France?
As France reinstates national service, questions emerge about whether Britain could follow suit amid growing Russian threats. Explore the debate around conscription revival.
Nobel Winner: US Deal Must Punish Russia War Crimes
Ukrainian Nobel Peace Prize laureate demands any US peace agreement must hold Russia accountable for war crimes. Read the exclusive demands.
Military chiefs in crisis meeting over defence funding
Britain's top military leaders held tense discussions amid concerns defence review ambitions cannot be met without additional funding. Read the full analysis.
Army's Ajax vehicle injures troops again
The British Army's £10m Ajax fighting vehicle has caused fresh injuries to 31 soldiers, raising serious questions about safety and accountability in the £5.5bn programme.
General: UK unprepared for long war with Russia
A senior UK general warns the country is critically unprepared for a protracted conflict, rating military readiness as low as 1/10. He states it could take a decade to be properly equipped.
Army Pauses Ajax Use After Soldiers Fall Ill
The British Army halts Ajax armoured vehicle training for two weeks after around 30 personnel reported noise and vibration symptoms. Safety investigation underway.
Primitive War: Soldiers vs Dinosaurs in Vietnam
Green Berets face prehistoric predators in cheerfully cheesy Vietnam war thriller. Read our review of this dinosaur gorefest hitting UK cinemas 28 November.
Muriel McKay: Family Believe Remains in London Garden
Family of Muriel McKay, murdered in 1969 mistaken identity case, believe her remains are buried in an east London garden. High Court to decide on search bid.
Why Nuclear Deterrence is Obsolete Today
A columnist marks her late mother's birthday at a nuclear disarmament meeting, exploring how the anti-nuclear argument has evolved since the 1980s. Discover the new threats to democracy.
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