According to a recent update from the British Army, hundreds of British Army soldiers have deployed to Estonia as part of a major multinational exercise named Exercise Hedgehog. The exercise, involving more than 13,000 troops from multiple NATO countries, aims to strengthen the alliance’s readiness and reassure allies on NATO’s eastern flank. The deployment, managedContinue reading “British troops join major NATO exercise in Estonia”
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UK certifies Protector drone for unrestricted operations
The Royal Air Force’s Protector RG Mk1, also known as the MQ-9B, has received a Military Type Certificate (MTC) from the UK’s Military Aviation Authority. According to a recent Defence Equipment & Support (DE&S) statement, this certification marks a significant milestone as it allows the uncrewed aircraft to operate without geographic restrictions, including over populated areas.Continue reading “UK certifies Protector drone for unrestricted operations”
Pope Leo XIV condemns Russia’s invasion of Ukraine
Pope Leo XIV has taken a clear moral stance on global conflict, strongly condemning Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and affirming the Church’s support for national sovereignty and peace. His recent call to President Zelensky, and plans to visit Ukraine, reinforce the Vatican’s role as a voice for the oppressed. By Tony Fitzpatrick: – The newlyContinue reading “Pope Leo XIV condemns Russia’s invasion of Ukraine”
HMS Vanguard near Faslane. Sea Experts call for expansion of UK’s nuclear arsenal
A recent Spectator article, authored by Paul Mason, Marc De Vore, and James Rogers, argues that the UK must consider expanding its nuclear arsenal to address emerging threats from Russia and China. The piece outlines the increasing risk posed by sub-strategic nuclear weapons, which can be used in smaller, tactical scenarios rather than full-scale strategic strikes.Continue reading “HMS Vanguard near Faslane. Sea Experts call for expansion of UK’s nuclear arsenal”
“Did Britain’s Elite Troops Go Rogue – and Did the Top Brass Let Them?”
Explosive Panorama revelations put the SAS under fire – and raise chilling questions about military command, cover-ups, and the complicity of ministers and generals alike. BBC Panorama is about to reveal damning details of how some elements of British special forces (SF) may have behaved illegally on operations in Afghanistan. Much troubling evidence has alreadyContinue reading ““Did Britain’s Elite Troops Go Rogue – and Did the Top Brass Let Them?””