Starmer's Defence Spending Dilemma: Tough Choices Ahead
Keir Starmer's pledge to increase defence spending to 3.5% of GDP by 2035 faces major hurdles, with welfare reform and pension costs creating political headaches.
Category : Defence Security
White House Probes Vanished or Dead US Scientists
The White House has pledged to investigate the concerning pattern of 10 high-profile nuclear and space scientists who have died or disappeared since 2023, with cases involving secret programs and top security clearances.
Sanders Pushes to Block US Weapons Sales to Israel
US Senator Bernie Sanders introduces resolutions to halt military aid to Israel, citing humanitarian crisis in Gaza, West Bank violence, and expansionist policies under Netanyahu's government.
Wales Leader Calls to Suspend US-UK Space Defense Project
Eluned Morgan urges Keir Starmer to suspend the Deep Space Advanced Radar Capability program, citing Donald Trump's threats and 'contempt' toward the UK as reasons to reconsider the Aukus partnership.
FISA Renewal Sparks Intense Congressional Debate
The renewal of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) has ignited a heated debate in Congress, with lawmakers clashing over privacy concerns and national security needs.
Labour Warns Against Defence Funding via Welfare Cuts
Senior Labour MPs and peers caution Rachel Reeves that pitting military spending against welfare risks losing public support. They urge creative funding solutions instead of cuts to vulnerable groups.
Principal Shot Disarming Armed Ex-Student in Oklahoma
Surveillance footage reveals a heroic Oklahoma high school principal who was shot in the leg while tackling and disarming a former student armed with two semi-automatic handguns.
Police Struggle with Online Child Abuse Cases, Report Finds
A new report reveals UK police forces are failing to protect child victims of online sexual abuse due to overwhelming caseloads and lack of funding, with investigators handling up to 54 cases each.
Georgia DHS Worker Killing Sparks Federal Investigation
A Department of Homeland Security employee was fatally shot in Georgia, prompting a federal probe and raising concerns about workplace safety and public service risks.
Netherlands to Spend $293M on Drones for Ukraine as War Intensifies
The Netherlands announces a $293 million investment in drone manufacturing for Ukraine, as Russia warns of escalation and attacks continue in Kyiv and Odesa, killing civilians.
Democrats File Impeachment Articles Against Defense Secretary Hegseth
House Democrats accuse Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth of high crimes including unauthorized Iran attack, civilian casualties, and national security breaches through classified Signal chats.
Fifth US Strike on Pacific Drug Boat in Week Kills Three
The US Southern Command announced a lethal strike on an alleged drug-trafficking vessel in the eastern Pacific, marking the fifth such attack in as many days and bringing the total death toll to at least 177.
Starmer's Defence Stance Under Fire as Labour Struggles
Labour leader Keir Starmer defends against peer George Robertson's claims of complacency on defence funding, while his leadership faces threats from Greens and Reform UK ahead of May elections.
Russian Strikes Kill 12 in Ukraine, Including Child
Overnight Russian drone and missile attacks across Ukraine have killed at least 12 people, including a 12-year-old in Kyiv, with significant damage reported in multiple cities.
Third Man Charged in 2018 Bermondsey Murder Case
Matthew Adebiyi, 25, extradited from Nigeria and charged with the 2018 murder of Joshua Boadu in Bermondsey. He joins two previously convicted accomplices.
US Blockade of Iranian Ports Takes Effect Amid Tensions
The United States has implemented a naval blockade targeting ships using Iranian ports, aiming to pressure Tehran's oil-dependent economy. Despite this, several Iran-linked tankers have continued transiting the strategic Strait of Hormuz.
Ex-NATO Chief Slams UK's 'Corrosive Complacency' on Defence
George Robertson, former NATO secretary general, accuses the government of dangerous complacency over Britain's defence strategy and spending, questioning the UK's role as America's junior partner.
UK Defence Ambitions vs. Shrinking Army and Budget Realities
Experts warn that Britain's global military ambitions are undermined by a halved army size and decades of underinvestment, as highlighted by recent conflicts in the Gulf and Ukraine.
Defence Review Co-Author Criticises Starmer's War Planning
Fiona Hill, co-author of the UK's strategic defence review, joins ex-Nato chief George Robertson in criticising Keir Starmer's leadership, warning of a 'bizarre' lack of urgency in defence planning and spending delays.
US Military Kills Four in Pacific Boat Strike, Death Toll 174
The US military announced a boat strike in the eastern Pacific, killing four people and marking the third deadly attack in four days, with 174 deaths since September amid legal challenges.
Iran's AI Lego Videos Win Social Media War Against US
Iranian social media accounts are using AI-generated Lego animations and humor to outpace the US in the propaganda battle, leveraging Gen Z creators to reshape global narratives.
UN Warns of North Korea's Rapid Nuclear Weapons Expansion
The IAEA reports 'very serious' progress in North Korea's nuclear capabilities, with increased activity at Yongbyon complex and potential for dozens more warheads.
UK Defence Spending Debate: Minister Rejects 'Zero-Sum Game' Criticism
Treasury minister James Murray defends government's approach to balancing welfare and defence spending, as military leaders face pressure to find billions in savings despite global security threats.
Military Tax Spending Jumps as Trump Proposes Defense Budget Hike
New analysis shows US households spent hundreds more on military in 2025 tax year as Trump pushes for 40% defense increase while cutting other programs.
Australia Boosts Defense Spending by $53 Billion
Defense Minister Richard Marles unveils a new national strategy, increasing spending to 2.4% of GDP over a decade, though it falls short of Trump's 3.5% demand.
Starmer Rejects Complacency Claims on Defence Funding
Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces pressure over defence spending, rejecting accusations of complacency while addressing a £28bn shortfall and internal Labour disputes on budget priorities.
Neocons Turn Against Middle East Wars Amid Iran Conflict
Influential neoconservative voices now acknowledge that US intervention fueled Middle East terrorism, as the Iran war becomes first conflict without initial public support.
Lebanon Ceasefire Announced as Israeli Cabinet Debates Response
Pro-Hezbollah media reports a one-week ceasefire in Lebanon starting tonight, citing Iranian pressure, while Israeli sources indicate cabinet division over potential military escalation.
NATO Chief Warns Against Losing Sight of Ukraine Conflict
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte called on alliance members to sustain support for Ukraine, aiming for $60 billion in aid by 2026, during a Berlin meeting of defence ministers.
Met Officers Charged Over Crash That Killed Pregnant Woman
Two Metropolitan Police officers face criminal charges after a high-speed pursuit resulted in a collision that killed a pregnant woman and her unborn child in southeast London.
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