The UK is ramping up its defence of the High North and Baltic to combat Russian hybrid threats with the Joint Expeditionary Force conducting major exercises across the region. From: Ministry of Defence and The Rt Hon Wes Streeting MP Published: 2 October 2026 Royal Marines conducting interdiction operations during Exercise Lion ProtectorContinue reading “UK leads major Joint Expeditionary Force Exercise as defence ministers meet in Iceland”
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Conclusion of the Global Coalition’s military mission in Iraq
UK-Iraqi security cooperation is set to enter a new phase, as the Global Coalition’s military mission against Daesh in Iraq, Operation Inherent Resolve, successfully concludes and its forces – including UK personnel – depart. Ministry of Defence UK-Iraqi security cooperation is set to enter a new phase, as the Global Coalition’s military missionContinue reading “Conclusion of the Global Coalition’s military mission in Iraq”
National security ‘cannot come at the expense of social security’.
By Lt Col Stuart Crawford Andy Burnham says national security “cannot come at the expense of social security”. He repeated the thinking behind that assertion in his Labour conference speech, arguing that investment in people and stronger communities would make Britain more resilient and “more able to meet its NATO obligations onContinue reading “National security ‘cannot come at the expense of social security’.”
Burnham says he will defend the Falklands. But, would he fight for them?
This article originally appeared on http://www.gbnews.com Javier Milei takes to the podium at the United Nations today with the Falkland Islands dispute once again simmering in the background. Argentina has begun sanctions proceedings against more than 60 companies and individuals connected with oil development around the islands, while Milei continues toContinue reading “Burnham says he will defend the Falklands. But, would he fight for them?”
We will pass, but the Standard of 4RTR will remain
Last week I attended a moving and emotional service in the Canongate Kirk in Edinburgh, where the Standard of the 4th Royal Tank Regiment (Scotland’s Own) was re-dedicated in a simple but memorable ceremony. For those of you who may not be quite up to speed, the Fourth – more commonly known as 4RTRContinue reading “We will pass, but the Standard of 4RTR will remain”