Starmer: Russia-linked arson attacks show UK under threat
Prime Minister Keir Starmer stated that Russia-linked arson attacks targeting his property demonstrate bad actors seeking to exploit division and destabilise UK democracy.
Category : Defence Security
Drone Attack at Moscow Oil Refinery Causes Explosion
Footage captures the moment a fuel storage lid flies off a Moscow refinery during a Ukrainian drone attack, damaging a key energy facility for the second time this week.
UK officer and Hong Kong official jailed for spying
Peter Wai and Bill Yuen sentenced to 10 and 8 years at Old Bailey in first convictions under National Security Act for spying on Chinese dissidents in UK.
UK Sends 150,000 Drones to Ukraine After Moscow Attacks
Britain announces £750m drone package for Ukraine after massive drone attack on Moscow causes oil rain and fires. New Defence Secretary Dan Jarvis pledges unwavering support.
Starmer: Russian Warning Shot at British Yacht 'Deeply Concerning'
Keir Starmer condemns Russian warship's warning shot at British yacht in Channel as reckless; crew disputes claims of dangerous course.
Russian Warship Fires Warning Shots in Channel: Latest
Keir Starmer calls Russian warship's warning shots at a British yacht 'deeply concerning'. Russia claims yacht was on dangerous course, disputed by couple onboard.
B-52 Crash Probe Could Last Months, Officials Say
A B-52 Stratofortress crashed at Edwards Air Force Base in California, killing all eight crew members. The investigation may take up to six months.
Trump derails Clayton's confirmation as intelligence chief
Donald Trump disrupted Jay Clayton's confirmation as DNI, allowing Bill Pulte to remain acting director amid bipartisan criticism over his qualifications.
UK critical infrastructure hit by 200 cyber incidents annually
The UK's critical national infrastructure faced over 200 cyber incidents in the past year, with state-linked attackers behind 75% of them, warns the NCSC chief.
Finland lifts nuclear weapons ban due to Russian threat
Finland has passed new laws lifting the ban on nuclear weapons, citing an unpredictable security environment amid heightened tensions with Russia. The move aligns with NATO membership.
UK defence secretary quizzed over Russian oil tanker seizure timing
Dan Jarvis faced MPs' questions on why the Russian oil tanker Smyrtos was seized now, amid suggestions the timing was linked to predecessor John Healey's resignation.
Eight dead in B-52 bomber crash at California base
Eight people are presumed dead after a B-52 bomber crashed shortly after takeoff at Edwards Air Force Base in California's Mojave Desert. The crash occurred during a routine test mission.
Ex-minister Carns slams 'unbelievable' MoD waste
Al Carns, former armed forces minister, reveals shocking inefficiency and waste at the MoD, calling for scrapping legacy programmes and overhauling procurement.
Healey: Defence Plans 'Well Short' as UK Faces Russian Threat
Shadow Defence Secretary John Healey criticizes current UK defence spending plans as insufficient, warning of a potential Russian attack on NATO by 2030 and urging increased investment.
QPS and Coroner Failures in Toddler Death Case Revealed
The Mason Lee case reveals systemic failures in Queensland's police and coronial systems, with warnings ignored and evidence withheld, indicating the system works as designed.
US Apache Downed by Iran Was 'Smuggling Oil' from Strait
A US Apache helicopter crashed near the Strait of Hormuz while allegedly involved in a secret oil transfer operation, according to a Reuters investigation.
FBI thwarts drone attack plot at Trump's UFC event
The FBI foiled a planned drone attack involving explosives, snipers, and a White House storming during Donald Trump's 80th birthday UFC fight. Five arrests were made.
Hastie Warns Australia Risks 'Supplicant State' in AI Race
Liberal MP Andrew Hastie calls for massive AI investment, warns Australia risks losing strategic independence to US and China, compares AI race to cold-war nuclear arms race.
Court of Appeal Upholds Palestine Action Terror Proscription
The Court of Appeal ruled that proscribing Palestine Action as a terror group was lawful, overturning a High Court decision. The group's co-founder plans to appeal to the Supreme Court.
UK Forces Board Russian Shadow Fleet Tanker in Channel
British armed forces intercepted and boarded a Russian shadow fleet oil tanker in the English Channel, delivering a blow to Putin's war funding.
Trump Launches Deadly Strike on Venezuela After Peace Deal Bragging
Donald Trump announced a kinetic strike on cartel leaders in Venezuela, calling it retribution for crimes committed by immigrants. The strike targeted Tren De Aragua leader Niño Guerrero.
Canada Probes Terror Link in Toronto Police Killing
Canadian authorities investigate whether the killing of Toronto police officer Marc Pinizzotto is linked to global terror attacks, including a US consulate shooting.
Ukraine Secures €90bn EU Loan, Boosts Military Pay
Ukraine secures €90bn EU loan to boost defence spending to record levels. Zelenskyy raises army wages and seeks foreign recruits to address manpower shortage.
Blue Origin Vows New Glenn Flight This Year After Blast
Jeff Bezos's Blue Origin pledges to resume New Glenn launches by year-end after a catastrophic pad explosion, with NASA and Space Force support critical for Artemis III.
NATO jets scramble over Lithuania amid Ukraine market attack
NATO fighters were scrambled over Lithuania after a suspected drone incursion, as Russia launched cluster bombs on a Ukrainian market, killing one and wounding 13.
India protests US strikes killing three Indian seafarers
India issued a strong protest after three Indian seafarers were killed in US military strikes on oil tankers in the Gulf of Oman, straining diplomatic ties.
UK Defence Funding Crisis: Healey Resigns Over Offer
John Healey resigned as defence secretary after Starmer offered only £2bn extra, leaving the UK without a defence strategy before a Nato summit.
Strike on Iran Water Tanks May Be War Crime, Experts Say
Military strikes on water facilities in southern Iran may constitute a war crime, experts say, as footage shows a damaged reservoir serving 20,000 people amid a historic drought.
Pokémon Go Data Trains AI for Military Drone Navigation
An AI model trained on location scans from Pokémon Go users will help military drones navigate in war zones where GPS is unavailable, raising privacy and ethical concerns.
China Arrests US Scholar Min Zin on Espionage Charges
China has arrested US academic Min Zin on suspicion of espionage after he attended a conference in Kunming. The case follows a month after Trump's visit to Beijing.
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