NATO warships arrive in Glasgow ahead of Strike Warrior: A number of NATO warships have arrived in Glasgow ahead of Exercise Strike Warrior ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/nato-warships-arrive-in-glasgow-ahead-of-strike-warrior/
Timelapse shows launch of powerful new British nuclear sub: A stunning timelapse video shows the launch of HMS Agamemnon, the Royal Navy's latest ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/timelapse-shows-launch-of-powerful-new-british-nuclear-sub/
UK surveillance aircraft patrols entire NATO eastern border: The UK has become the first nation to fly a 'spy plane' the full length of NATO's ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/uk-surveillance-aircraft-patrols-entire-nato-eastern-border/
Teen arrested in connection with TfL cyber attack: The National Crime Agency (NCA) has arrested a 17-year-old in Walsall as part of an investigation into a cyber ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/teen-arrested-in-connection-with-tfl-cyber-attack/
Nuclear strike training to take place in skies over UK: Nuclear training flights will take place over Belgium, the Netherlands, Denmark, the United Kingdom and ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/nuclear-strike-training-to-take-place-in-skies-over-uk/
Challenger 3 tank programme on track amid defence review: The Ministry of Defence has addressed questions about the future of the Challenger 3 programme ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/challenger-3-tank-programme-on-track-amid-defence-review/
RAF squadron to finally get autonomous combat drones: The RAF's 216 Squadron, initially formed for drone trials but lacking drones, is now set to transition ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/raf-squadron-to-finally-get-autonomous-combat-drones/
British frigate ‘ready’ to get to work on exercise: By simulating high-intensity combat operations, Strike Warrior aims to ensure that warships are well-prepared ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/british-frigate-ready-to-get-to-work-on-exercise/
Discussing frigates and the defence review with Luke Pollard: During a recent visit to Rosyth, Armed Forces Minister Luke Pollard spoke to the UK Defence Journal ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/discussing-frigates-and-the-defence-review-with-luke-pollard/
Norwegian tanker refuels British carrier haead of exercise: HNOMS Maud provided fuel to the UK's aircraft carrier while operating under NATO's ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/norwegian-tanker-refuels-british-carrier-haead-of-exercise/
Over 100 NATO warplanes exercise in skies over Europe: During Ramstein Flag, fighter jets and support aircraft from over 12 NATO nations took part in joint ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/over-100-nato-warplanes-exercise-in-skies-over-europe/
Ukraine to purchase up to £3.5bn worth of British weapons: The Ministry of Defence has confirmed that contracts with Sheffield Forgemasters for artillery gun ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/ukraine-to-purchase-up-to-3-5bn-worth-of-british-weapons/
British warship opens fire with gunnery training: HMS Portland engaged in a series of exercises, including a Heavy Machine Gun shoot, aimed at maintaining the ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/british-warship-opens-fire-with-gunnery-training/
UK evaluating optimal deployment strategy for aircraft carriers: "There is no doubt that we will look at the future capabilities we need ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/uk-evaluating-optimal-deployment-strategy-for-aircraft-carriers/
RFA Tidespring shares stunning Scottish aurora: RFA Tidespring posted a breathtaking image on social media, capturing the Northern Lights over Scotland.
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/rfa-tidespring-shares-stunning-scottish-aurora/
MOD details state of forces accommodation in Aldershot: The Ministry of Defence assessed that 96.6% of Service Family Accommodation and 66% of Single Living ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/mod-details-state-of-forces-accommodation-in-aldershot/
Government questioned on RFA pay, recruitment, and retention: A series of Parliamentary questions have addressed concerns about the ongoing pay dispute ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/government-questioned-on-rfa-pay-recruitment-and-retention/
BAE secures £75m contract for U.S. Navy submarine propulsors: BAE Systems in the U.S. has been awarded a £75 million contract to continue producing propulsors ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/bae-secures-75m-contract-for-u-s-navy-submarine-propulsors/
Steel cut on new Type 31 Frigate HMS Formidable at Rosyth: Steel has been cut for HMS Formidable, the third of five Type 31 frigates being constructed in ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/steel-cut-on-new-type-31-frigate-hms-formidable-at-rosyth/
British carrier ‘punches harder’ as stealth jets embark: F-35 jets from newly reformed 809 Naval Air Squadron have joined HMS Prince of Wales for a month of ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/british-carrier-punches-harder-as-stealth-jets-embark/
British carrier group ‘fights off’ aggressor aircraft: HMS Prince of Wales Carrier Strike Group has showcased its ability to coordinate and direct fighter jets ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/british-carrier-group-fights-off-aggressor-aircraft/
British helicopters ‘packing bigger punch’ with new missile: This trial, conducted at the Aberporth range in Wales, represents a significant enhancement in the ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/british-helicopters-packing-bigger-punch-with-new-missile/
Now seven Royal Navy warships being built in Scotland: The recent steel-cutting ceremony for HMS Formidable, the third Type 31 frigate, is especially significant ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/now-seven-royal-navy-warships-being-built-in-scotland/
Britain set to receive 37 F-35 stealth jets by end of 2024: By the end of 2024, the UK will have acquired 37 of the first 48 F-35B aircraft batch.
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/britain-set-to-receive-37-f-35-stealth-jets-by-end-of-2024/
Babcock CEO praises world-class shipbuilding at Rosyth: David Lockwood, CEO of Babcock, lauded the world-class capabilities of Rosyth’s shipyard and described ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/babcock-ceo-praises-world-class-shipbuilding-at-rosyth/
Govt pledges to build ‘British ships in British shipyards’: The Government reaffirmed their comitment to "making sure that we build British ships in British ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/govt-pledges-to-build-british-ships-in-british-yards/
MOD addresses impact of RFA strikes, seeks resolution
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/mod-addresses-impact-of-rfa-strikes-seeks-resolution/
Royal Navy pilot commended for emergency carrier landing: Lieutenant Burnett’s outstanding airmanship and calm leadership in the face of a severe emergency ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/royal-navy-pilot-commended-for-emergency-carrier-landing/
Type 32 Frigate remains in development amid concerns: However, the project is still in the concept phase and lacks a concrete timetable for design and ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/type-32-frigate-remains-in-development-amid-concerns/
UK intelligence sharing with Israel solely on hostages: The UK government has outlined the nature of its intelligence-sharing with Israel concerning the ongoing ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/uk-intelligence-sharing-with-israel-solely-on-hostages/
British aircraft carrier ‘prepares to strike’: HMS Prince of Wales and the carrier's embarked F-35 stealth jets are preparing for Exercise Strike Warrior.
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/britih-aircraft-carrier-prepares-to-strike/
British Destroyer sets sail ahead of exercise: HMS Dauntless, a Type 45 Daring-class destroyer, has departed from Portsmouth to commence a series of sea trials ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/british-destroyer-sets-sail-ahead-of-exercise/
Firearms fugitive on the run: The National Crime Agency has launched an appeal for information to locate Rafal Wojciech Habiak, a 40-year-old Polish national ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/firearms-fugitive-on-the-run/
Russia shot down its own ‘stealth’ drone: A prototype of a Russian stealth combat drone was shot down over the occupied Donetsk region ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/russia-shot-down-its-own-stealth-drone/
Quick Glance: Russian Drone Incident: A Surprising Self-Inflicted Loss
- A Russian fighter jet accidentally shot down its own S-70 Okhotnik-B drone over contested Eastern Ukraine.
- The advanced UAV, designed for strike and reconnaissance, was reportedly being tested operationally in a heavily defended area.
- It is believed that the drone lost command and strayed into hostile airspace, prompting the fighter to engage.
- The wreckage of the S-70 poses a significant intelligence risk for Russia, potentially providing valuable insights to Ukraine.
UK expanding defence industry cooperation with EU: Britain is seeking a "new ambitious UK-EU security pact to strengthen cooperation on the threats we face ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/uk-expanding-defence-industry-cooperation-with-eu/
Video shows American warships firing at Iranian missiles: U.S. Navy destroyers USS Cole and USS Bulkeley successfully intercepted Iranian ballistic missiles and ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/video-shows-american-warships-firing-at-iranian-missiles/
U.S. tests sonobuoy deployment on heavy lift helicopters: Although primarily designed for heavy lifting, the CH-53E’s success in deploying sonobuoys highlights ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/u-s-tests-sonobuoy-deployment-on-heavy-lift-helicopters/
MoD to award £10.4m for armoured vehicle and artillery parts: The Ministry of Defence plans to award a £10.4 million contract to BAE Systems for the supply of ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/mod-to-award-10-4m-for-armoured-vehicle-and-artillery-parts/
Rheinmetall supplies new tank ammunition to UK and Germany: The new ammunition is designed to counter state-of-the-art protection systems on modern battle tanks.
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/rheinmetall-supplies-new-tank-ammunition-to-uk-and-germany/
Norway to raise defence spending by a whopping 21 percent: Not only is Norway buying more ammunition and equipment, it's also boosting lving conditions for ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/norway-to-raise-defence-spending-by-a-whopping-21-percent/
British troops deploy to Poland to fight floods: A team of specialist British military engineers has been deployed to Poland to aid in the response to severe ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/british-troops-deploy-to-poland-to-fight-floods/
UK joins allies in joint EOD exercise in Iceland: Northern Challenge, hosted annually by the Icelandic Coast Guard, brings together NATO Allies and Partnership ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/uk-joins-allies-in-joint-eod-exercise-in-iceland/
Britain finally has attack submarine at sea after 100 days: HMS Astute has returned to sea, marking the end of a 100-day period with no British attack submarines ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/britain-finally-has-attack-submarine-at-sea-after-100-days/
MOD awards £60m support contract for Archer artillery: The Ministry of Defence has announced the award of a £60 million contract to BAE Systems Bofors AB for the ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/mod-awards-60m-support-contract-for-archer-artillery/
NATO jets flex power in high-speed Baltic air drills: The third Ramstein Alloy exercise of the year saw NATO and partner nations come together for multinational ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/nato-jets-flex-power-in-high-speed-baltic-air-drills/
Sailor dies aboard American supercarrier USS Harry S. Truman: The U.S. Navy has announced the tragic death of Electrician’s Mate (Nuclear) 1st Class Jelani Hill ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/sailor-dies-aboard-american-supercarrier-uss-harry-s-truman/
Authorities seize boat engines destined for people smugglers: A joint effort between the UK National Crime Agency and Bulgaria has led to the seizure of hundreds ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/authorities-seize-boat-engines-destined-for-people-smugglers/
DE&S awards contract to enhance military working dog support: The newly signed contract, dubbed the ‘Canine Support Solution,’ will not only ensure the welfare ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/des-awards-contract-to-enhance-military-working-dog-support/
BAE secures £75m contract for U.S. Navy submarine propulsors: BAE Systems in the U.S. has been awarded a £75 million contract to continue producing propulsors ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/bae-secures-75m-contract-for-u-s-navy-submarine-propulsors/
UK supplied Challengers in Ukraine spotted with drone nets: Ukrainian military engineers have retrofitted British-supplied Challenger 2 tanks with specialised ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/uk-supplied-challengers-in-ukraine-spotted-with-drone-nets/
Britain launches new nuclear attack submarine: The Royal Navy's latest Astute-class attack submarine, HMS Agamemnon, was launched today at BAE Systems’ ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/britain-launches-new-nuclear-attack-submarine/
NATO jets scramble due to Russian drones near border: In the early hours of Wednesday, NATO jets were scrambled as a response to a series of drone operations by ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/nato-jets-scramble-due-to-russian-drones-near-border/
Over 1,000 British troops deploy to Balkans to deter Russia: More than 1,000 British troops have commenced one of the largest military exercises in the Balkans ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/over-1000-british-troops-deploy-to-balkans-to-deter-russia/
MOD seeks new military diving equipment: The Ministry of Defence has issued a tender notice for the provision and support of diving equipment with a contract ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/mod-seeks-new-military-diving-equipment/
Ireland condemns Israeli threats against its peacekeepers: Irish President Michael D. Higgins has condemned the Israel Defense Forces for issuing threats against ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/ireland-condemns-israeli-threats-against-its-peacekeepers/
New Zealand naval ship runs around, catches fire, sinks: The ship ran aground on a reef in the evening hours and caught fire before sinking.
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/new-zealand-naval-ship-runs-around-catches-fire-sinks/
Royal Navy investigation confirms misogyny, bullying in subs: An investigation has confirmed a culture of "misogyny, bullying, and other unacceptable ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/royal-navy-investigation-confirms-misogyny-bullying-in-subs/
British troops deploy to Poland to fight floods: A team of specialist British military engineers has been deployed to Poland to aid in the response to severe ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/british-troops-deploy-to-poland-to-fight-floods/
UK supplied Challengers in Ukraine spotted with drone nets: Ukrainian military engineers have retrofitted British-supplied Challenger 2 tanks with specialised ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/uk-supplied-challengers-in-ukraine-spotted-with-drone-nets/
American cruiser first to visit Finland after NATO expansion: The USS Normandy, a guided-missile cruiser, has completed its historic port visit to Helsinki ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/american-cruiser-first-to-visit-finland-after-nato-expansion/
UK warned it is ‘vulnerable’ to missile attack: The UK's missile defence capabilities are in urgent need of improvement, according to a new report from the ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/uk-warned-it-is-vulnerable-to-missile-attack/
British nationals being evacuated from Lebanon: The UK government has chartered an additional flight to evacuate British nationals from Lebanon as the conflict ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/british-nationals-being-evacuated-from-lebanon/
UK warns Russia captured strategic town in Donetsk: The town was taken on the 1st of October 2024 after a renewed Russian offensive.
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/uk-warns-russia-captured-strategic-town-in-donetsk/
Repair work underway on Falklands base runway: The Defence Infrastructure Organisation has confirmed the award of a £20 million contract to Mitie for essential ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/repair-work-underway-on-falklands-base-runway/
UK Government defends attendance at Chinese embassy event: The UK government has defended its decision to send a senior military official to a reception at the ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/uk-government-defends-attendance-at-chinese-embassy-event/
U.S. approves sale of anti-radiation missiles to Australia: Australia has requested to purchase up to one hundred 'Advanced Anti-Radiation Guided ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/u-s-approves-sale-of-anti-radiation-missiles-to-australia/
British and Spanish helicopters ‘open fire’ over Scotland
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/british-and-spanish-helicopters-open-fire-over-scotland/
Britain launches new nuclear attack submarine: The Royal Navy's latest Astute-class attack submarine, HMS Agamemnon, was launched today at BAE Systems’ ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/britain-launches-new-nuclear-attack-submarine/
Russia is a global player in decline: Russia resembles a weak man adorned with his grandfather’s medals.
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/russia-is-a-global-player-in-decline/
Quick Glance: NATO Chief Rutte Reinforces Ukraine Support During Kyiv Visit
- Mark Rutte, the new NATO Secretary General, met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in Kyiv, pledging support in the fight against Russia.
- Zelensky criticized delays in delivering long-range weapons and urged NATO members to take a more active role in countering Russian assaults.
- Russian forces captured the town of Vugledar, highlighting the challenging situation for Ukrainian troops as the conflict heads into a harsh winter.
- Rutte's visit to Kyiv aims to demonstrate NATO's continued support for Ukraine, which relies heavily on Western military assistance to combat the invasion.
Royal Navy fast jets return to carrier deck after 15 years: For the first time in nearly 15 years, a Royal Navy fast jet squadron is operating from the flight ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/royal-navy-fast-jets-return-to-carrier-deck-after-15-years/
Mark Rutte takes office as new NATO Secretary General: Mark Rutte has officially assumed the role of NATO Secretary General, taking over from Jens Stoltenberg ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/mark-rutte-takes-office-as-new-nato-secretary-general/
MOD report details defence £37bn contract spend and trends: The 2024 Finance and Economics Statistical Bulletin reveals £37.6 billion in defence spending for ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/mod-report-details-defence-37bn-contract-spend-and-trends/
New commander takes NATO Standing Maritime Group 1: A change of command ceremony took place on the 27th of September in Edinburgh.
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/new-commander-takes-nato-standing-maritime-group-1/
Russian jet in ‘unsafe’ manoeuvre near F-16 near Alaska: Footage from inside the cockpit of the US F-16 shows the Russian aircraft flying at an uncomfortably ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/russian-jet-in-unsafe-manoeuvre-near-f-16-near-alaska/
UK missile defence project shortlists tendering companies: Eight companies have been shortlisted for 'STORM', the selected firm will be responsible for ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/uk-missile-defence-project-shortlists-tendering-companies/
Marshall contracted by U.S. for deployable infrastructure: The contract involves the design and supply of a 20-foot rigid-walled expandable container for the U.S ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/marshall-contracted-by-u-s-for-deployable-infrastructure/
DE&S trials Augmented Reality glasses for staff: These glasses project real-time conversation text onto the lens, offering an alternative to lip reading or ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/des-trials-augmented-reality-glasses-for-staff/
Pro-Palestine activists damage factory building F-35 parts: Palestine Action activists have once again targeted Teledyne CML Composites in Bromborough, Wirral ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/pro-palestine-activists-damage-factory-building-f-35-parts/
The role of effective Digital Asset Management in defence: Effective digital asset management is crucial to achieving mission readiness by securely connecting ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/the-role-of-effective-digital-asset-management-in-defence/
NATO jets scramble due to Russian drones near border: In the early hours of Wednesday, NATO jets were scrambled as a response to a series of drone operations by ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/nato-jets-scramble-due-to-russian-drones-near-border/
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