Zaf is a taxi driver. He’s born and bred Sunderland He broke down when he described the hate he’d received This was seconds before racial slurs were thrown, telling him to “go back to his own country” A short clip. Hard, but important, so please watch

Neat industrial thread featuring Rolls-Royce, too

The new NATO-Ukraine Innovation Cooperation Roadmap, previously endorsed by leaders at the #NATOSummit, encourages stronger ties between NATO and Ukraine's innovation initiatives. The roadmap will ensure innovative solutions to real-world challenges #StandWithUkraine 🇺🇦

The UK stands united with Ukraine. Defence Minister Maria Eagle MP recently visited Ukraine to initiate negotiations for contracts under the Defence Export Support Treaty, enabling 🇺🇦 to acquire vital military equipment from 🇬🇧 companies. Read more: ow.ly/m3ky50SRSfF

The nations of #AUKUS have trialled a futuristic integration of #autonomy and #AI sensing systems The exercise was the first use of AI-enabled uncrewed aerial vehicles in a real-time military environment #AIinAction bit.ly/3YyFwU3 Ministry of Defence 🇬🇧 Department of Defense 🇺🇸 Defence Australia

Once prominent in Party rhetoric, China’s military-civilian fusion strategy now receives less attention as it’s operationalized, forming the core of an expanded system that amplifies national power. Liza Tobin, Addis Goldman, and I unpack this and its implications here ⬇️

China’s strategy to merge its military and civilian sectors is ambitious and unique, characterized by its large scale, wide scope, and systematic approach. ow.ly/jAHf30sFMmw

Serving her country is literally in her DNA With family connections to the military, Robecca was drawn to the work of Dstl to help keep the Armed Forces safe She specialises in the ethics, law and governance of #AI-enabled capabilities #AIinAction gov.uk/government/cas…

We must not be silent in the face of Russia’s aggression. This Saturday, as we mark Ukrainian Independence Day, #MakeNoiseForUkraine to show your support. gov.uk/government/new… #SlavaUkraini

AUKUS won’t just bolster our defence and security but can drive jobs and growth across the UK. Sir Stephen has widely respected national security experience. I’m pleased he is taking on this role to help us maximise the benefits of AUKUS. 🇬🇧 🇦🇺 🇺🇸 standard.co.uk/news/politics/…

33 years ago, the Ukrainian people chose independence from the Soviet Union. Today, Ukraine is a sovereign state, standing against Russia's attempts to destroy its national and cultural identity. The UK will #StandWithUkraine for as long as it takes. Slava Ukraini 🇺🇦

“He will leave us unprepared and our men and women of our armed forces unprotected.” Keir Starmer “has been warned” that Labour must set out a timeline for 2.5 per cent GDP, says former defence secretary Rt. Hon Ben Wallace. 📻 shorturl.at/chfRV @ChloeTilley | Calum Macdonald

A rare opportunity to watch both CIA Director Bill Burns and myself in conversation with roula khalaf today at the #FTWeekendFestival, as friends, partners and allies. Watch us live at 12:00pm at m.youtube.com/live/rp5PeoAW6….

In case you missed us, CIA Director Bill Burns and I were on stage at the @FTWeekendFestival this afternoon, you can watch it back here. With thanks to roula khalaf for expertly hosting us: m.youtube.com/watch?v=rp5Peo…

Flags of all NATO Allies are at half-mast today in remembrance of the victims of the #September11 attacks. #NeverForget | #WeRemember911

The UK will provide over £600 million worth of support for Ukrainians defending themselves against Putin's illegal invasion. We #StandWithUkraine

Had a constructive conversation with Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha 🇺🇦. U.S. and UK support for Ukraine’s defense against Russia’s aggression is ironclad. We look forward to close cooperation in the days ahead to protect Ukraine's sovereignty and support its recovery.

Select committee chairs declared: no luck for any of the new Labour intake. Almost all arguably soft left too…

NATO’s outgoing boss Jens Stoltenberg is set to join Munich Security Conference as the next chairperson of Europe’s leading defense forum. #Scoop by Gordon Repinski POLITICOEurope👇🏼 politico.eu/article/natos-…