type of ministry responsible for the armed forces and related agencies
Child among at least five people who have died trying to cross English Channel, French coastguard says www.bbc.co.uk/news/live/uk-politics-68872723
Quick Glance: British Law on Deportation of Asylum Seekers to Rwanda
- The new British deportation law aims to curb illegal migration and secure the reelection of Prime Minister Rishi Sunak.
- However, experts doubt the effectiveness of the law in stopping illegal migration to the UK.
- Rishi Sunak is under significant pressure due to political challenges in the election year, including inflation and healthcare issues.
- The Rwanda law intends to deport migrants without valid papers to Rwanda, although the efficacy of the law is being questioned.
2 Japanese navy helicopters crash in Pacific: On the evening of the 20th, two Japanese Maritime Self-Defense Force helicopters, SH-60Ks ...
defence-blog.com/2-japanese-navy-helicopters-crash-in-pacific/
Quick Glance: 8 crew missing after 2 Japanese navy helicopters crash
- Two Japanese navy helicopters with eight crew members are believed to have crashed in the Pacific south of Tokyo, according to the Defence Minister.
- The cause of the crash is unknown, but the focus is on the rescue operation.
- The Navy deployed ships and aircraft to search and rescue the missing crew members.
- The training on Saturday was solely for the Japanese navy and not part of a multinational exercise.
S’pore launches final Invincible-class submarine in Germany: The 70m-long Inimitable is the last of four that the Navy ordered from ThyssenKrupp Marine Systems.
straitstimes.com/singapore/s-pore-launches-final-invincible-class-submarine-in-germany
India conducts test flight of locally developed cruise missile: India successfully conducted a test flight of a domestically developed Indigenous Technology ...
defence-blog.com/india-conducts-test-flight-of-locally-developed-cruise-missile/
New British nuclear submarine named HMS Agamemnon: Agamemnon - named after the ancient Greek king - is the sixth of seven Astute submarines being built by BAE ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/new-british-nuclear-submarine-named-hms-agamemnon/
As the war in Ukraine enters its third year, Kyiv is desperate to replenish its depleted forces. Far from the trenches, defense officials are embarking on a ... Show more www.reuters.com/world/europe/ukraine-launches-military-charm-offensive-conscription-flags-2024-04-23/
US announces $1 billion package for Ukraine: The Defense Department announced a $1 billion package for Ukraine shortly after President Biden on Wednesday signed ...
thehill.com/policy/defense/4617823-us-announces-1-billion-package-for-ukraine/
Argentina's First F-16 Breaks Cover: Argentina Signed Deal to acquire 24 F-16s from Denmark. The F-16 will replace the obsolete A-4R Fightinghawk ...
theaviationist.com/2024/04/16/argentinas-first-f-16-breaks-cover/
Pentagon set to send initial $1 billion in military aid to Ukraine once bill clears Senate and Biden
apnews.com/article/ukraine-russia-pentagon-weapons-congress-54045b0755b1711d0e22beaedf137cab
Quick Glance: Biden signs Comprehensive Military Aid Package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan
- President Biden announces the signing of a substantial $95 billion military assistance package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan, with a significant portion of the funds directed towards Ukraine.
- Despite initial resistance from Republicans in Congress, Biden has signed the aid package, highlighting the reinforcement of allies and ensuring prompt deliveries to Ukraine.
- The assistance for Ukraine includes weapons and military equipment valued at around $1 billion, encompassing artillery shells and air defense missiles.
- Military analysts do not foresee significant changes on the frontlines in eastern Ukraine, while the US support aims to aid Ukraine in operations in southern Ukraine, particularly focusing on Crimea and the Black Sea.
Ukraine says it shot down Russian strategic bomber after strike kills nine: Russian officials says the plane crashed over the southern Stavropol region due to a ...
aljazeera.com/news/2024/4/19/ukraine-says-it-shot-down-russian-strategic-bomber-after-strike-kills-nine
Quick Glance: Ukraine shoots down Russian strategic bomber, nine killed
- Russian officials say the plane crashed over the southern Stavropol region due to a technical malfunction.
- Ukraine's air force announced that they shot down a Russian strategic bomber with anti-aircraft missiles for the first time since the war began in 2022.
- The bomber was downed in Russian airspace, 300km from Ukraine's border, after participating in a long-range airstrike that resulted in the death of at least nine people in the central region of Dnipropetrovsk.
- NATO and the USA are planning to provide additional air defense systems to Ukraine for support.
US secretly sent long-range missiles to Ukraine after months of resistance: The US delivered long-range missiles to Ukraine earlier this month that the Biden ...
cnn.com/2024/04/24/politics/us-secretly-sent-long-range-missiles-to-ukraine/
Quick Glance: USA Provides Ukraine with Long-Range ATACMS Missiles
- The USA delivered short-range ATACMS missiles with extended range to Ukraine to protect the country.
- The delivery was discreet, part of an aid package to maintain Ukraine's operational security.
- The USA previously provided ATACMS missiles with a range of 165 km last year, now supplying missiles with up to 300 km range.
- Germany rejects providing the Taurus missile while the USA offers extensive aid to Ukraine.
Netherlands provide Ukraine with €200 million for air defence : More than €200,000 had been allocated for the delivery of air defence and artillery shells to ...
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/19/7452048/
Rishi Sunak expected to unveil new UK warship programme: Premier set to approve plans to replace current amphibious fleet with multi-purpose support ships
ft.com/content/7f30e1e0-d278-4c09-8463-f3afcd6431d4
Ukraine’s top commander says eastern frontline has ‘significantly worsened’: Outgunned forces struggle to halt multipronged and intensifying Russian offensive
ft.com/content/53228051-f42b-4c63-bad6-e6a5bfd54d7c
Super bomber probably shot down: Russia is said to have lost dozens of fighter planes since 2022
n-tv.de/politik/Russland-soll-seit-2022-Dutzende-Kampfflieger-verloren-haben-article24888600.html
“Stop Killing Palestinian Children!”: Activists Disrupt Pentagon Chief Lloyd Austin Hearing
democracynow.org/2024/4/18/headlines/stop_killing_palestinian_children_activists_disrupt_pentagon_chief_lloyd_austin_hearing
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 788: As the war enters its 788th day, these are the main developments.
aljazeera.com/news/2024/4/22/russia-ukraine-war-list-of-key-events-day-788
Poland receives its first Legwan reconnaissance vehicles from South Korea: Rosomak, a subsidiary of the Polish Armaments Group (PGZ), announced on Tuesday ...
defence-blog.com/poland-receives-first-legwan-reconnaissance-vehicles-from-south-korea/
European countries rebuff Kyiv’s calls for more air defences: Germany has sent two Patriot systems to Ukraine but is reluctant to give more
ft.com/content/55934ed3-b7e7-48a2-ad88-f9ed503b21b3
Quick Glance: Germany Delivers Additional Patriot System to Ukraine
- The German government is delivering another Patriot air defense system to Ukraine to strengthen its defense against Russia.
- Defense Minister Pistorius emphasizes the importance of support given the Russian aggression and destruction in Ukraine.
- Foreign Minister Baerbock highlights the role of the Patriot system in enhancing the protection of the Ukrainian population.
- Ukrainian President Selenskyj has repeatedly called for more Patriot systems to defend against missile and drone attacks on his country.
RAF shot down 'a number of drones' in Iran's attack on Israel: Rishi Sunak has confirmed that the RAF shot done Iran attack drones headed towards ...
news.sky.com/story/raf-shot-down-a-number-of-drones-in-irans-attack-on-israel-pm-confirms-13115066
NATO target for defence spending should rise due to 'more dangerous world', Grant Shapps says
news.sky.com/story/nato-target-for-defence-spending-should-rise-due-to-more-dangerous-world-grant-shapps-says-13121877
Trump could have helped response to Jan. 6 riot — but didn’t — per new testimony: Two senior leaders of the D.C. guard at the time of the Capitol attack painted ...
politico.com/news/2024/04/17/trump-jan-6-capitol-riot-national-guard-00152757
These photos show the manufacturing of 155 mm caliber shells at the Scranton Army Ammunition Plant in Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania ... Show more
UK to increase defence spending to 2.5% of GDP - meaning tens of billions of pounds of extra funding
news.sky.com/story/uk-to-increase-defence-spending-to-2-5-of-gdp-meaning-tens-of-billions-of-pounds-of-extra-funding-13121450
Germany promises to send Patriot air defence system to Ukraine as soon as possible
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/22/7452370/
Ukrainian and Western leaders laud passage of U.S. aid while Kremlin warns of 'ruin'
pbs.org/newshour/world/ukrainian-and-western-leaders-laud-passage-of-u-s-aid-while-kremlin-warns-of-ruin
Quick Glance: Ukrainian President Thanks US for Weapon Aid
- Ukrainian President Zelenskyy thanked U.S. political leaders for approving an aid package for Ukraine, providing the country with a chance at "victory" in its defense against Russia.
- The House passed a bill granting Ukraine $60.8 billion in aid, with Zelenskyy urging swift Senate approval to ensure rapid assistance to frontline soldiers.
- Zelenskyy emphasized the critical need for long-range weapons and air defense systems to stabilize the situation and regain the initiative in Ukraine.
- He addressed rumors of a territorial deal with Russia, emphasizing the importance of a strategy based on concrete democratic measures to end the war.
US State Dept expects to finalize AUKUS trade exemptions in next 120 days: The U.S. State Department said on Friday it expects to finalize trade exemptions for ...
reuters.com/world/us-state-dept-fully-expects-finalize-new-aukus-trade-exemptions-next-120-days-2024-04-19/
Russia sends military trainers, air defence system to Niger: State media: Violence in the region has worsened since coups in Niger and its neighbours Mali and ...
aljazeera.com/news/2024/4/12/russia-sends-military-trainers-air-defence-system-to-niger-state-media
Australians with ADHD say they struggle to join the defence force, now there are calls for change
abc.net.au/news/2024-04-16/people-with-adhd-struggle-to-join-australia-armed-forces/103553606
US troops set to withdraw from Niger, State Department official says: US Deputy Secretary of State Kurt Campbell met with Niger’s Prime Minister Ali Lamine Zeine ...
cnn.com/2024/04/19/politics/us-troops-to-withdraw-from-niger/
Ukraine's growing arms sector thwarted by cash shortages and attacks: Hundreds of Ukrainian businesses making weapons and military equipment have sprung up since ...
reuters.com/world/europe/ukraines-growing-arms-sector-thwarted-by-cash-shortages-attacks-2024-04-19/
Quick Glance: Ukraine's Arms Sector Struggles Amid Cash Shortages and Attacks
- Hundreds of Ukrainian arms businesses face funding challenges and fear Russian attacks.
- The government is urged to reduce bureaucratic hurdles and allow export licenses.
- Private investments are primarily motivated by domestic entrepreneurs prioritizing patriotism over profit.
- Manufacturing weapons in Ukraine during a full-scale war poses financial and security risks.
How Biden could help Ukraine with arms without Congress: Over six months of deadlock in the US Congress, passing new aid legislation for Ukraine ...
eurointegration.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/16/7183868/
Denmark to increase military assistance to Ukraine by almost €600 million in 2024
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/25/7452996/
U.S. unveils $1 billion Ukraine weapons package: Resupply of artillery ammunition, armored vehicles and air-defense missiles comes after Congress ...
washingtonpost.com/national-security/2024/04/24/biden-us-weapons-ukraine/
US defense chief speaks with Chinese counterpart, Pentagon says
reuters.com/world/us/us-defense-chief-speaks-with-chinese-counterpart-pentagon-says-2024-04-16/
Sunak pledges to boost UK defense spending to 2.5% of GDP by 2030: The prime minister said UK military spending would rise to 2.5% of national income by 2030 ...
saudigazette.com.sa/article/642342
Quick Glance: Increase in UK defence spending by 2030
- Prime Minister Rishi Sunak commits to raising spending to 2.5% of GDP, putting the defence industry on a 'war footing'.
- Sunak emphasized the need for deeper stockpiles of munitions and quicker replenishment due to the events in the Ukraine conflict.
- The planned increase in defence spending would require significant financial reshuffling, partly through announced measures to reduce the size of the civil service.
- Shortly after announcing the pledge to send weapons worth 500 million pounds to Ukraine, this commitment followed.
WATCH: When Singaporean army officer Nicholas Tang was awarded the prestigious International Sword at Sandhurst, he had a special request - to have his late ... Show more www.channelnewsasia.com/singapore/saf-officer-won-sword-engraved-late-father-name-mindef-4284966
Ukraine claims shooting down a Russian Tu-22M strategic bomber. Intelligence sources say Ukraine used the old S-200 SAM system to hit the aircraft from 300 ... Show more euromaidanpress.com/2024/04/19/media-ukraine-used-old-s-200-long-range-sam-to-down-russias-tu-22m3-strategic-bomber-for-the-first-time/
Ukraine’s air defenders claim two major firsts, but missiles evading interception kill 7
cnn.com/2024/04/19/europe/ukraine-air-defense-russian-bomber-dnipropetrovsk-intl/
Report Sounds Alarm Over Growing Role of Big Tech in US Military-Industrial Complex
commondreams.org/news/military-industrial-complex-big-tech
DragonFire: UK laser could be used against Russian drones on Ukraine front line: The defence secretary said the laser could be used to take down Russian drones ...
bbc.com/news/uk-68795603
Quick Glance: UK Considers Providing Latest Laser Weapons to Ukraine
- Defense Secretary Grant Shapps suggests that prototypes of the latest laser weapons being developed in the UK could potentially be provided to Ukraine in the future to strengthen its air defense systems.
- Originally planned for production to begin in 2032, the UK Defense Ministry now aims to achieve this earlier - by 2027.
- Shapps aims to significantly shorten the usually lengthy development-procurement procedures so that the system can be deployed on ships and potentially on land as quickly as possible for use against combat drones.
- The DragonFire laser weapon will be distinguished by its high speed and accuracy, with the additional advantage of low cost compared to air defense missiles - a single shot lasting 10 seconds is equivalent in cost to using a standard heater for an hour.
Paint Job On Kazakhstan’s New A400M Looks Like A 'Soviet' Plane In A Bond Film
twz.com/air/paint-job-on-kazakhstans-new-a400m-looks-like-a-soviet-plane-in-a-bond-film
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 779: As the war enters its 779th day, these are the main developments.
aljazeera.com/news/2024/4/13/russia-ukraine-war-list-of-key-events-day-779
Activists protesting Britain’s arms sales to Israel doused the UK’s Ministry of Defence building with red paint. As other demonstrators gathered, chanting ... Show more
With new tanks: the Bundeswehr rebuilds a troop type that was scrapped: More than ten years ago, the Army Air Defense Force was disbanded and the Gepard tanks ...
n-tv.de/politik/Bundeswehr-baut-eingestampfte-Truppengattung-wieder-auf-article24882716.html
How much do we really know about the Trump jury?
politico.com/newsletters/politico-nightly/2024/04/19/how-much-do-we-really-know-about-the-trump-jury-00153458
Quick Glance: Hush Money Trial: Trump's Silent Encounter with Insults
- Donald Trump has been forced to listen to potential jurors in his criminal hush money trial in New York openly criticize him.
- Transitioning from a life of adulation to facing critics, Trump now experiences a different reality without the control he's accustomed to.
- Previously shielded from critique, Trump now faces a trial with potential felony convictions and will have to endure listening to more criticism.
- Potential jurors exhibited a range of opinions towards Trump, from admiration for his business acumen to open criticism of his persona and rhetoric.
Türkiye expresses readiness to support Iraq on border safety: Defense Ministry: Ankara believes Eurofighter issue would be good starting point on collaborations ...
yenisafak.com/en/news/turkiye-expresses-readiness-to-support-iraq-on-border-safety-defense-ministry-3682110
Russian military trainers and air defence system arrive in Niger: The new Niger government has made a complete pivot to Russia, breaking away from France and its ...
trtworld.com/africa/russian-military-trainers-and-air-defence-system-arrive-in-niger-17747555
West Asia crisis LIVE: 'World must take action against Iran's crimes': Israel tells UNSC
wionews.com/world/west-asia-crisis-live-us-claims-to-strike-down-80-drones-6-missiles-fired-from-yemen-iran-711291
Pentagon officially announces rumored $1 bn military aid for Ukraine - Euromaidan Press
euromaidanpress.com/2024/04/24/pentagon-officially-announces-rumored-1-bn-military-aid-for-ukraine/
China's newest aircraft carrier seen with mock-ups of aircraft: images: Images show the aircraft carrier Fujian hosting mock-ups of various aircraft ...
businessinsider.com/chinas-newest-aircraft-carrier-seen-with-aircraft-mock-ups-images-2024-4
"Within days" - Pentagon set to quickly send Ukraine arms after US Congress approval - Euromaidan Press
euromaidanpress.com/2024/04/19/within-days-pentagon-set-to-quickly-send-ukraine-arms-after-us-congress-approval/
US to impose new sanctions targeting Iran's missile and drone program: The new sanctions and other measures will "continue a steady drumbeat of ...
jpost.com/international/article-797500
Heroin, crystal meth, hashish: British navy seizes 3.7 tons of drugs: As part of "Task Force 145", the British frigate "HMS Lancaster" is taking part in a ...
n-tv.de/panorama/Britische-Marine-stellt-3-7-Tonnen-Drogen-sicher-article24870667.html
The military has reportedly formed an inquiry committee to investigate allegations of misuse of authority against former spymaster retired Lt Gen Faiz Hamid ... Show more www.dawn.com/news/1828131 #DawnToday
Watch: Moment man rescued from Turkey cable car: A military helicopter hoists the stranded passenger to safety in a rescue basket.
bbc.co.uk/news/av/world-europe-68808613
UK expands Airbus H145 helicopter fleet: The new Airbus H145 helicopters are expected to assume their operational roles in Brunei and Cyprus by 2026.
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/uk-expands-airbus-h145-helicopter-fleet/
Senator David Pocock is on a mission to hold Canberra to account — and he won't stop with the Department of Defence
abc.net.au/news/2024-04-16/david-pocock-on-accountability-mission-department-defence/103708336
‘I want to make up for mistakes’: The Russian POWs fighting for Ukraine: Ex-Russian troops have been recruited to fight for anti-Kremlin militias that say they ...
aljazeera.com/features/2024/4/23/i-want-to-make-up-for-mistakes-the-russian-pows-fighting-for-ukraine
Russia is recruiting female convicts for Ukraine war: report: The late founder of the mercenary Wagner Group, Yevgeny Prigozhin, had started the practice of ...
businessinsider.com/russia-recruiting-female-convicts-military-report-2024-4
Ukraine aid package to make America more secure - Pentagon chief: U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin has welcomed the adoption of a package of foreign aid ...
ukrinform.net/rubric-ato/3854933-ukraine-aid-package-to-make-america-more-secure-pentagon-chief.html
Honduras orders more H145 helicopters from Airbus: The Ministry of Defense of Honduras has contracted Airbus to supply two additional Airbus H145 helicopters ...
defence-blog.com/honduras-orders-more-h145-helicopters-from-airbus/
Israel-Gaza live updates: We 'defeated' Iran, Biden says: Six months after Hamas terrorists invaded Israel on Oct. 7, the Israeli military continues its ...
abcnews.go.com/International/live-updates/israel-gaza-hamas-war/iran-did-not-give-us-heads-up-on-israel-attack-pentagon-109262402
China, US defence chiefs hold first substantive talks in nearly 18 months: Lloyd Austin and Dong Jun talk South China Sea, Taiwan, North Korea and Ukraine in ...
aljazeera.com/news/2024/4/17/china-us-defence-chiefs-hold-first-substantive-talks-in-nearly-18-months
What a sight 😍 Two Lincolnshire icons in one photo as the Red Arrows flew over Lincoln Cathedral earlier this week.
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Russia is struggling to find its missing soldiers: Vladimir Putin’s war has left thousands of searching families in limbo
economist.com/europe/2024/04/11/russia-is-struggling-to-find-its-missing-soldiers
CA$H CRUNCH: The alarming report and what it means for America's future and your bottom line.www.foxbusiness.com/politics/us-national-debt-interest-exceeds-defense-spending-cbo
NEW: Pro-Palestine protesters have been arrested after spraying red paint over the Ministry of Defence headquarters in London
Just how close are MIT and other universities to Israel? Protesting students want schools to cut research ties.
bostonglobe.com/2024/04/24/metro/mit-protesters-israeli-investments/
Two Cavalry horses ‘in serious condition’ after central London rampage: Horses from the Household Cavalry caused havoc in the capital on Wednesday after being ...
thetimes.co.uk/article/cavalry-horses-london-runaway-military-latest-9smpp85t9
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Top US military officer visits Israel amid fears of Iranian attack: U.S. Central Command head Gen. Erik Kurilla is in Israel to speak with officials as fear ...
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US military begins construction on humanitarian aid pier off Gaza: A mortar attack near the planned marshaling area for offloading aid on Thursday will "in ...
al-monitor.com/originals/2024/04/us-military-begins-construction-humanitarian-aid-pier-gaza
Ukraine holds its breath as US set to approve $60bn of military aid: The Ukraine aid bill, passed in the United States’ House of Representatives on ...
saudigazette.com.sa/article/642328
Quick Glance: State Customs Service: Polish Protesters Cease Border Blockade
- The blockade by Polish protesters at the Yahodyn-Dorohusk border crossing on the Polish-Ukrainian border was lifted by Ukraine's State Customs Service on April 22.
- Traffic flow in both directions was restored as of 1:40 p.m.
- As per Valentyna Chernysh, a representative of the customs office in Volyn Oblast, there were 400 trucks queued on the Polish side of the border, with an additional 140 in a digital queue.
- Despite a reduction in border blockades, the State Customs Service indicated on April 17 that Polish protesters intended to block the Korczowa-Krakovets border crossing for a two-day period.
Russian media state Russian Deputy Defence Minister suspected of high treason: Vazhnye Istorii, a Russian media outlet, has stated that the real reason for the ...
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/24/7452740/
Quick Glance: Detention of Russia's Deputy Defense Minister on Suspicion of High Treason
- Timur Ivanov, Russia's deputy defense minister, is suspected of high treason and bribery, facing a possible 15-year sentence.
- Ivanov's arrest sparked speculation about a potential purge within Moscow's elite circle, especially given his close relationships with Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu and Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov.
- Independent Russian media outlets report corruption allegations against Ivanov and his family, stemming from kickbacks on ministry-related contracts.
- Ivanov is also alleged to have profited from construction projects in the Ukrainian city of Mariupol, which fell under Moscow's control after a prolonged siege. His arrest came shortly after a meeting with Shoigu and other defense ministry officials.
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