Action, not just words. Britain stands with Ukraine, today and always 🇬🇧🇺🇦

"The war could stop tomorrow if President Putin stopped his illegal and unprovoked aggression" Armed Forces Minister Luke Pollard MP reacts to UK Ambassador to the US Peter Mandelson's comments yesterday on a possible ceasefire in the Ukraine War. trib.al/Rx0iR33

The UK has struck a £30M deal with Anglo-American company Anduril to supply advanced attack drones for Ukraine, boosting Defense of Ukraine capabilities to tackle Russian aggression in the Black Sea. This follows over 10,000 drones delivered to the front line so far. 🇬🇧🤝🇺🇦

Our increase in defence spending will benefit British businesses and drive growth across the country. Rebuilding our industrial base. Creating jobs and opportunities for young people.

The defence industry not only keeps us safe but boosts British jobs, British skills and British innovation. The new £1.6 billion contract extension secured with British defence firm @BabcockPLC supports over 1,600 jobs throughout the UK. 🇬🇧 🔗: ow.ly/fGKU50VoNYh

We are committed to raising defence spending to 2.5% of GDP from April 2027. This investment boosts economic growth across the UK, creating jobs, enhancing skills, and providing opportunities.

I'm appalled at Russia’s horrific attacks on civilians in Sumy and my thoughts are with the victims and their loved ones at this tragic time. President Zelenskyy has shown his commitment to peace. Putin must now agree to a full and immediate ceasefire without conditions.

Soldiers from the British Army 🇬🇧 have successfully trialled a radio frequency directed energy weapon, developed by @defencees and Dstl. The weapon is capable of downing swarms of drones. Watch the explainer video 🎥 ow.ly/cBm850VCbMN Read more 👉 ow.ly/3BZ150VCaQN

It was a real privilege to welcome Keir Starmer and John Healey to meet the #CSG25 sailors, aviators and crew onboard HMS Prince of Wales taking part in Op Highmast and for wishing us “fair winds and following seas” en route to the Indo-Pacific. #OpHighmast #readyforOps

Overnight, Royal Air Force Typhoons conducted strikes against a Houthi military target in Yemen to defend freedom of navigation, strengthen regional stability, protect UK economic security, and reduce the Houthis' capacity to launch further attacks. ow.ly/MJU850VK77w

Today marked the inaugural Türkiye/UK Defence Industrial Committee. Defence Minister Maria Eagle MP hosted her Turkish counterpart Prof. Dr. Haluk Görgün, Musa HEYBET and industry reps. Our nations explored collaborative opportunities to enhance cooperation and drive mutual prosperity. 🇬🇧🤝🇹🇷

We've signed a £1.5 billion contract with QinetiQ Group, supporting 1,200 skilled UK jobs and 825 companies in the supply chain. This investment ensures world-class equipment testing for our Armed Forces while boosting jobs and growth. Read more 👉 ow.ly/8kbr50VWY8Y

Proud to welcome Mark Rutte Mark Rutte to RAF Waddington and then Sheffield Sheffield Forgemasters this morning. Our NATO-first Strategic Defence Review is backed by investment in UK industry and innovation. A strong NATO means a secure UK and thousands of skilled jobs.

Investing in our defence industries is making NATO stronger and safer.

Stability in the Middle East is essential for global security. The UK did not participate in the strikes overnight, and we are engaging with partners to urge de-escalation.

The act of vandalism committed at RAF Brize Norton is disgraceful. Our Armed Forces represent the very best of Britain and put their lives on the line for us every day. It is our responsibility to support those who defend us.

The ceasefire between Iran and Israel must hold. This is an opportunity to secure much-needed stability in the Middle East. Iran must never be allowed to develop a nuclear weapon, and they must now return to the table and work towards a lasting settlement. That’s the message

Secure at home, strong abroad. To the Royal Marines here in Rotterdam and all those who protect us around the world – thank you for your service.

The UK has always supported NATO’s nuclear mission, keeping people across the alliance safe. The UK will purchase 12 F-35A jets, capable of carrying nuclear weapons. The decision will support 20,000 jobs in the UK, with 15% of the global supply chain for the jets based in 🇬🇧

The UK will send 350 advanced air defence missiles to Ukraine, paid for with £70m (€82.6m) in interest from seized Russian state assets, as part of a larger military aid package totalling £4.5bn (€5.31bn), the UK’s largest ever yearly commitment to Kyiv’s defences. ⤵️