British soldiers waiting 'years' for vital kit and equipment
British soldiers are waiting years for vital kit that allows them to do their job and protect the nation, it has been claimed.
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'It's time to back Britain' Defence industry say they are ready to serve country
The UK defence industry has told the Government they are willing and able to surge manufacturing to make the armed forces more self-reliant.
Putin's 'shadow' tactic to destroy Britain as warning issued by ex-RAF chief
A former RAF chief has claimed that Britain is “vulnerable” to an attack which nobody is “keeping an eye on”.
Keir Starmer's £500m decision as timely as Easter eggs for Christmas dinner
Fundamentally, the reasons behind the timing of the cut are unlikely to be made public. The country’s ability to defend itself is largely unaffected by the disposal of kit which is largely obsolete. But given a strategic review is in progress, yesterday's announcement without clarification on how it feeds into wider defence goals doesn’t feel very "strategic".
Rachel Reeves is doing the bare minimum - £3bn doesn't prepare our Armed Forces
A £3 billion cash injection into the armed forces announced by Rachel Reeves in today’s budget will do little to address the problems the military faces.
Armed Forces cause Rachel Reeves rethink on private school VAT policy
Rachel Reeves is considering amending adding VAT to private school fees following backlash by the armed forces community.
Israel's war in the Middle East - what happens now and where does it end
Israel's war in the Middle East has been raging for exactly a year, but where does it end? The short answer is, it doesn’t, not really..
Putin humiliated as Russia loses huge 38,000 troops in month during Ukraine war
Russia lost an astonishing 38,000-plus soldiers in September as the intense pressure continues to mount on Vladimir Putin and his floundering Ukraine war plans.
Veterans community blasts Keir Starmer for focusing on wrong issues
Keir Starmer has vowed to ensure that all veterans have a "roof over their head" by removing barriers to social housing.
'I'm an ex-soldier - Argentina would not be able to reclaim the Falklands'
In April, Argentina signed a $300million (£229m) deal with Denmark that will see the country receive 24 F-16 fighter jets, but it does not mean that alarm bells should be ringing around Whitehall.
Labour warned as Israel arms exports row a 'reminder of past betrayals'
The timing of Labour’s announcement that it would be halting arms export licences to Israel has been condemned as “terrible” and “politically naive”.
British soldier killed in Russian missile strike pictured for first time
A former British soldier has been pictured for the first time after being killed in a Russian missile attack on a hotel in Ukraine.
I'm an ex-soldier - Labour need to allow Ukraine to take the fight to Putin
Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskyy is completely right in calling for the UK to do more to help in its fight against Russia.
Russia loses 1,200 men in a single day as Putin faces humiliation in Kursk
The Russian Army has lost more than 56,000 soldiers in the last three mo
I'm an ex-soldier - this will be Ukraine's 5-point plan to pummel Russia
Ukraine has launched its biggest counter offensive since Russia first invaded, with kamikaze drone strikes on two major airfields being the latest blow to Putin's forces.
Keir Starmer risks voter fury over fears Labour could slash Armed Forces budget
The Labour Party has been issued a stark warning over claims Sir Keir Starmer could slash millions from the Armed Forces' budget.
'I'm an ex soldier - 3 things the UK would do if Iran and Israel went to war'
The prospect of war between Israel and the Lebanese paramilitary group Hezbollah looks if not inevitable, then highly likely following an escalation in the ongoing conflict in recent weeks.
I'm an ex-soldier - rioting yobs are using patriotism as a cover for chaos
Patriotism is defined as “showing love for your country and being proud of it” but perhaps the definition should be extended to include doing something to improve the country you claim to love.
I'm an ex-soldier - the British Army must make one change to keep soldiers safe
I have caught soldiers in Tesco wearing uniform - not through necessity but through a desire to peacock in a futile attempt to impress strangers.
Starmer slammed over Labour veterans 'snub' after Johnny Mercer's 'hard work'
The founder of a veterans’ employment community has said that care for British veterans is in the best place it has ever been, as Labour face criticism over their decision to relegate the veterans’ office from Cabinet, in what is seen by some as a snub by new PM Sir Keir Starmer
Fury as homes of soldiers guarding Royal Family invaded by giant rats
British soldiers guarding the Royal Family are living in rat infested accommodation at Windsor Castle.
Troops from the Welsh Guards are tasked with standing guard and performing ceremonial duties but when not working, are having to put up with the unwanted rodents, with some being bitten as they sleep.
Troops from the Welsh Guards are tasked with standing guard and performing ceremonial duties but when not working, are having to put up with the unwanted rodents, with some being bitten as they sleep.
Army boost as soldiers to get new high-tech kit with lasers and drones
British soldiers have put high-tech body warn technology through its paces as they seek to modernise their capabilities on the battlefield.
For as long as it takes: Starmer to pledge unwavering support for Ukraine in Nato speech
Sir Keir Starmer will use his speech at the NATO summit to pledge the UK's commitment to "doing whatever it takes, for as long as it takes".
Australian trailblazers become first to complete intense Royal Navy nuclear course
Three Royal Australian Navy officers have become the first in their service's history to qualify in the UK as nuclear engineers, following nine months of intensive training delivered by the Royal Navy.
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