DOWNLOAD IPFS Britain has made it clear it is prepared to act alongside its allies in defence of Taiwan should hostilities with China escalate. Defence Secretary John Healey delivered the message during recent Indo-Pacific meetings, stating unequivocally that the UK will not shy away from military deterrence or action if[Read More…]

DOWNLOAD IPFS UK Defence Secretary John Healey has confirmed that Britain and Australia will work together to deter increasing Chinese military assertiveness in the Indo-Pacific. Speaking during joint military exercises in Darwin, Healey described the deepening alliance as vital to regional stability and shared strategic interests. As part of Exercise[Read More…]

DOWNLOAD IPFS A 41-year-old man has been arrested following a serious disturbance aboard an EasyJet flight from London Luton to Glasgow Airport, prompting a counter-terrorism investigation. Police Scotland confirmed officers boarded the aircraft upon landing at 08:20 and detained the suspect, who reportedly became aggressive mid-flight. Video footage widely shared[Read More…]

Download IPFS Australia and Britain have cemented a landmark defence agreement, signing a 50-year treaty to deepen cooperation under the AUKUS nuclear submarine partnership. The pact, formalised on Saturday in Geelong, Victoria, marks a significant step in bolstering Australia’s naval capabilities to address strategic challenges in the Indo-Pacific, particularly in[Read More…]

Download IPFS A short, wooden fence protecting part of Royal Air Force (RAF) Marham, soon to house the United Kingdom’s newest nuclear-capable fighter jets, has sparked renewed concerns over base security amid global tensions and a growing need for national defence readiness. The Norfolk airbase, home to 617 Squadron, famously[Read More…]

Download IPFS The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) of Taiwan has welcomed the strong show of support from Australia and the United Kingdom for peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait. The endorsement came during the recent Australia-UK Ministerial Consultations (AUKMIN), held in Sydney, where both nations reaffirmed their opposition[Read More…]

Download IPFS The Scottish National Party (SNP) is stepping up its campaign for the formal recognition of Palestinian statehood, warning that it intends to bring the issue to a parliamentary vote unless the government acts. The move puts further pressure on Labour Party leader and Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer,[Read More…]

Download IPFS In Barrow-in-Furness, the thunderous rhythm of industry echoes once again as HMS Agamemnon, the sixth of seven Astute-class submarines ordered in 2001, nears completion in the town’s historic shipyard. In times past, such a milestone might have heralded lean years, with the yard facing the spectre of dwindling[Read More…]

Download IPFS The United Kingdom, Germany, and France have issued a joint call for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza, alongside the unconditional release of all hostages, following an emergency discussion on the escalating conflict and humanitarian crisis. The three nations condemned the dire situation in Gaza, where access to necessities[Read More…]

DOWNLOAD IPFS A UK Defence Secretary visit to Australia has culminated in the signing of a landmark 50-year bilateral treaty that solidifies the AUKUS defence alliance between the United Kingdom (UK) and Australia. The treaty will underpin long-term strategic collaboration, particularly in nuclear-powered submarine development, intelligence-sharing and defence innovation. During[Read More…]