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Britain sets out a plan for future defense with a focus on drones and a fight over money

Britain's future military will focus on self-flying jets, uncrewed submarines and drones

The Independent UK · Jun 30

Next chancellor will have to find £5bn to fund black hole in defence funding, government figures reveal – as it happened

Keir Starmer earlier unveiled a £15bn plan but said defence spending cannot be ‘bottomless pit’ and MoD has to ‘spend better’

The Guardian - UK · Jun 30

Starmer hails ‘game-changing’ investment as delayed defence plan to be unveiled

The Dip will focus on ramping up the UK’s use of drones and autonomous weapons.

Evening Standard · Jun 29

'Russia might launch limited war against Nato within ... ': Dutch intel sounds alarm

A stark warning from Dutch defense intelligence suggests Russia might launch a limited military strike against a NATO member within a year of the Ukraine war's conclusion. This assessment, highlighting Russia's preparations for a prolonged European confrontation, echoes concerns from NATO's Secretary General. As Europe reassesses its security, the report…

The Times of India · Jun 29

Stray Ukrainian drones crashing onto Nato soil are price worth paying to defeat Putin, says Estonian foreign minister

‘We are not saying to Ukraine to stop it,’ said Margus Tsahkna

The Independent UK · Jun 29

'Moscow test' for Burnham: Ex-defence chief says next UK PM must act like a 'wartime leader' amid global threats

Andy Burnham will need to apply a "Moscow test" to his policies and govern "almost like a wartime prime minister" if he succeeds Sir Keir Starmer, former Chief of the Defence Staff Admiral Sir Tony Radakin has warned.

The Times of India · Jun 28

How US Troops Accused of Crimes in Britain, Including Sexual Assault, Can Avoid UK Courts: What Is the 1951 NATO Status of Forces Agreement?

The case of US pilot Captain Jacob Wulfson, tried under American military jurisdiction in the UK, raises questions about the 1951 Nato Status of Forces Agreement and its implications for justice.

International Business Times UK · Jun 26

NATO summit should display unity and pledges to defense, deputy NATO chief tells AP

NATO's deputy commander said he wants a summit in Turkey to encourage member countries to spend more on defense and support Ukraine

The Independent UK · Jun 26

Russia preparing possible ‘provocation’ in Baltic states or Poland, sources say

Kremlin may attempt to test Nato cohesion as Russia comes under growing pressure from Ukraine, according to sources from two countries

The Guardian - UK · Jun 26

Nato boss to be ‘tough but discreet’ on defence spending goals, amid UK row

When countries have to step up military investment ‘of course there will be discussions’, said the secretary general.

Evening Standard · Jun 25