Paid Military Gap Year for UK Under-25s from 2026
From March 2026, UK under-25s can apply for paid military gap year placements. The scheme starts with 150 recruits, aiming for 1,000+ annually. Find out how to get involved.
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Military 'gap years' planned to boost UK Armed Forces numbers
The UK government is launching a new paid military gap year scheme for under-25s, offering skills and training without active deployment. Defence Secretary John Healey aims to make military careers part of the national conversation.
Russian strikes kill 1 in Kyiv before Zelenskyy meets Trump
A massive overnight Russian missile and drone attack on Kyiv has killed at least one person and injured 28, leaving a third of the city without heating. The assault comes just before President Zelenskyy's crucial meeting with Donald Trump. Read the latest
Massive Russian Strike on Kyiv Before Key Trump-Zelensky Meeting
A massive overnight Russian assault on Kyiv killed one and injured over 20, as Poland scrambled jets. The attack comes hours before a critical Trump-Zelensky peace summit. Read the latest.
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Gaza ceasefire fails to stop journalist killings
Months after the Israel-Hamas truce, Palestinian journalists in Gaza remain in peril. Over 247 media workers have been killed since 2023, with the UN condemning targeted attacks. Read their harrowing testimonies.
Kyiv bombarded as Poland scrambles jets during peace talks
Russian strikes hit Kyiv as Poland closes airspace. Zelenskyy and Trump prepare for key talks on a 20-point peace plan, while Russia deploys new missiles in Belarus. Read the latest.
UK Military Gap Year Scheme Details Revealed
The UK government unveils its new paid military gap year scheme for under-25s, aiming to boost defence recruitment amid rising global threats. Discover the details and how it works.
Kim Jong-un's 'Shared Blood' Pact with Russia on Ukraine
North Korean leader Kim Jong-un declares a 'shared blood' alliance with Russia, celebrating military cooperation amid Ukraine conflict. Read the latest analysis on this pivotal geopolitical shift.
US Nigeria Airstrikes: Details 'Sketchy' Says Adviser
A Nigerian presidential adviser tells Sky News details of US Christmas Day airstrikes are unclear, contradicting Trump's claims of targeting ISIS. Read the full report on the ground impact.
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Nigeria aided US Christmas airstrikes, minister confirms
Nigeria's foreign minister reveals President Tinubu approved US airstrikes on ISIS camps on 25 December, with intelligence provided by Abuja. US Defence Secretary warns of more strikes.
Trump asserts control over Ukraine aid ahead of peace talks
Donald Trump tells Politico that Volodymyr Zelenskyy 'doesn't have anything until I approve it', as the two leaders prepare to discuss a 20-point peace plan. Read the latest on the diplomatic push and military developments.
Nigeria Adviser: Details of US Christmas Strikes 'Sketchy'
A Nigerian presidential adviser tells Sky News details on who was hit in US airstrikes are unclear, contradicting Trump's claims of targeting ISIS. Read the full report.
Two killed in car ramming and stabbing attack in Israel
A Palestinian man carried out a deadly car-ramming and stabbing attack in northern Israel, killing two people and injuring several others before being shot dead by police.
Trump supporters praise US strikes on IS in Nigeria
US Christmas Day military strikes against Islamic State targets in Nigeria have been celebrated by key Trump allies as a decisive move to protect Christians. Read the full reaction.
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US Christmas Day strikes target ISIS in Nigeria
The US launched airstrikes against Islamic State targets in Nigeria on Christmas Day, with officials warning of further action. Nigerian authorities confirm joint operations and intelligence sharing. Read the latest.
China Sanctions US Firms Over Taiwan Arms Sale
Beijing imposes sanctions on Boeing and other US defence companies after Washington approves its largest-ever weapons package for Taiwan, escalating tensions. Read the full analysis.
US Launches Christmas Day Strikes in Nigeria
US President Trump orders 'powerful and deadly' strikes against an ISIS branch in Nigeria on Christmas Day. The Pentagon reports multiple fatalities. Read the full story and analysis.
Saudi warning strikes hit Yemen separatist positions
Saudi Arabia launches airstrikes near UAE-backed Southern Transitional Council forces in Yemen's Hadramaut, escalating tensions over control of oil-rich regions. Read the latest on the crisis.
Veterans Group Challenges Trump's National Guard Deployments
Janessa Goldbeck, a former Marine, leads the Vet Voice Foundation in resisting Trump's use of troops for aggressive immigration enforcement. Discover how veterans are preparing for the next election.
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US Airstrikes Target Islamic State in Nigeria on Christmas
The US carried out precision airstrikes against Islamic State militants in north-west Nigeria on Christmas Day. President Trump confirmed the action, citing the group's targeting of Christians. Read the full report.
Nigeria gave US intelligence for Christmas Day strikes
Nigeria's foreign minister reveals the country provided key intelligence to the US for strikes on ISIS militants in northwest Nigeria on Christmas Day. Read the full details of the coordinated operation.
Russia's War on Data Leak Market Backfires Spectacularly
The Kremlin's attempt to shut down Russia's illicit 'probiv' data market has had the opposite effect, unleashing a flood of sensitive leaks exploited by Ukraine and criminals. Discover how the shadow economy turned into a major security threat.
Japan's Record Defence Budget Fuels Regional Tensions
Japan's cabinet approves a historic ¥9tn defence budget, boosting strike-back capabilities as tensions with China escalate over Taiwan and space militarisation. Read the full analysis.
US Airstrikes Target ISIS in Nigeria After Trump Warning
The US has conducted deadly airstrikes against Islamic State militants in Nigeria, coordinated with the Nigerian government. President Trump said the action was a response to the targeting of Christians. Read the latest developments.
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US Airstrikes Target ISIS in Nigeria, Trump Says
Donald Trump announces US military strikes on Islamic State militants in northwest Nigeria. The operation, coordinated with Nigerian authorities, follows accusations of attacks on Christian communities.
Ukraine hits Russian refinery with UK's Storm Shadow missiles
Ukrainian forces target a key Russian oil plant with British-supplied missiles. Zelenskyy holds talks with Trump envoys as a court jails a pro-war Putin critic. Get the latest on day 1,402.
US Airstrikes Target ISIS in Nigeria After Christian Killings
The United States has conducted coordinated airstrikes against Islamic State militants in northwest Nigeria. President Trump called the targets 'scum' for targeting Christians. Read the latest developments.
US Conducts Airstrikes on Islamic State in Nigeria
The US has launched airstrikes against Islamic State militants in Nigeria's Soboto state at the request of Nigerian authorities. President Trump announced the 'powerful and deadly' strikes on Truth Social.
North Korea reveals first nuclear-powered submarine
Kim Jong Un has revealed what North Korea claims is its first nuclear-powered submarine, a move experts warn will escalate tensions on the Korean Peninsula. Read the full analysis.
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Ukraine hits key Russian oil refinery with British missiles
Ukrainian forces have struck a major Russian oil refinery using British-supplied Storm Shadow missiles, targeting a key fuel supplier for Moscow's war effort. Read the latest on the escalating energy infrastructure attacks.
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