The United Kingdom intends to design and deploy its own hypersonic cruise missile by the year 2030.

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British Typhoon jets strike a rocket launcher in Iraq - A pair of Royal Air Force Typhoon FGR4s, flying as part of the long-standing global coalition, conducted a routine patrol over Syria and Iraq as part of Operation Shader.

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Ferguson Marine complete section of new Royal Navy frigate - Sections of the future HMS Belfast were transported from Ferguson Marine’s yard in Port Glasgow to BAE Systems' facility in Govan. Click the image to read more.

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E-7 Wedgetail in-service date remains 2025 - The Full Business Case for the E-7 Wedgetail programme was submitted in March 2024, with approval anticipated later this year. Click the image to read more.

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MOD hit by almost £1 billion in fraud losses since 2010 - Since 2010 the Ministry of Defence has reported losses of over £932 million due to fraud, with £284m lost in one year alone. Click the image to read more.

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Industrial action by nuclear sub workforce hits Rolls-Royce - GMB union agrees action will not jeopardise the UK's continuous at sea nuclear deterrent, safety of submarines or operational submarines at sea. Click the image to read more.

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There is much to be proud of here. Top job troops 🇬🇧

Once again the RLC is the backbone of our overseas operations.

Expert logisticians at the delivery end of the government’s foreign policy. Time and again.

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What has Britain donated to Ukraine? - The UK has provided extensive military support, including missiles, drones, tanks, artillery, and munitions, here are the specifics. Click the image to read more.

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Britain could soon lose control of its defence industry - The US want to lead the industry – and they've got the market to be the leader argues Keith Hartley, Emeritus Professor of Economics, University of York. Click the image to read more.

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Industrial action by nuclear sub workforce hits Rolls-Royce - GMB union agrees action will not jeopardise the UK's continuous at sea nuclear deterrent, safety of submarines or operational submarines at sea. Click the image to read more.

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MOD hit by almost £1 billion in fraud losses since 2010 - Since 2010 the Ministry of Defence has reported losses of over £932 million due to fraud, with £284m lost in one year alone. Click the image to read more.

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Russian GPS jamming forces Finnair to cancel flights to Estonian airport after two flights were forced to abandon landings last week telegraph.co.uk/world-news/202…

UK announces £35m tender for submarine countermeasures - The project, named Next Generation Countermeasure (NGCM), is part of the Underwater Defensive Aids Suite (UDAS) delivery programme and comes with a budget of £35 million.

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Royal Navy helicopters hunt ships in Norwegian fjords - British helicopters have been conducting simulated attacks against Norwegian warships. Click the image to read more.

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Building of new Fleet Solid Support Ship to start next year - The Ministry of Defence is gearing up for the production of the first Fleet Solid Support (FSS) ship, set to begin in 2025. Click the image to read more.

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Britain replenishing anti-tank missile stocks - The stock replenishment comes after a considerable portion of the existing NLAWs were supplied to Ukraine, supporting its defence against Russia's invasion. Click the image to read more.

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The full programme for the First Sea Lord’s Sea Power Conference 2024 has now been published 👇
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Tradition and innovation key in new Commando brief - The new message delivered to Britain's Commando Force by its leadership emphasises the importance of upholding tradition, fostering innovation, and maintaining a resilient mindset. ukdefencejournal.org.uk/tradition-and-…

British Army's new attack helicopters lead NATO drills - British Apache, Wildcat and Chinook helicopters will train to deploy and suport troops in seizing a foothold against Russia in defence of the Baltic states. Click the image to read more.

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E-7 Wedgetail in-service date remains 2025 - The Full Business Case for the E-7 Wedgetail programme was submitted in March 2024, with approval anticipated later this year. Click the image to read more.

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