Germany brings back voluntary military service
Germany has approved a voluntary conscription model, sending forms to young men from January 2025. This move aims to bolster its military amid rising European security concerns. Read the full analysis.
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UK sanctions Russian 'psychological warfare chief'
The UK government has sanctioned 11 Russian intelligence operatives, including a psychological warfare chief accused of running 'deniable' sabotage operations across Europe. The move follows the Dawn Sturgess Inquiry report.
Germany Approves Military Service Plan Amid Protests
German parliament passes law to screen all 18-year-old men for military suitability, sparking nationwide school strikes. Defence minister warns conscription could follow if recruitment fails.
Pentagon Announces Deadly Boat Strike Amid Scrutiny
US forces kill four in Pacific narcotics strike as lawmakers clash over legality of military tactics. Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth faces mounting pressure.
Video shows US airstrike survivors killed in second attack
Exclusive footage reveals two men survived an initial US strike on a suspected drug boat, only to be killed an hour later while clinging to wreckage. Legal experts question the campaign's legality.
Spain arrests Base neo-Nazi cell, US leader defiant
Spanish police and Europol arrest three suspected members of the neo-Nazi terror group The Base in Castellón. The group's US leader, based in Russia, signals further 'resistance by any means necessary'. Read the full analysis.
Labour's Facial Recognition Plan Sparks Privacy Fears
Labour's nationwide facial recognition consultation raises alarms over data security and state surveillance. Experts warn of inevitable leaks and misuse. Read the full analysis.
Satellite images show Sudanese city emptied after massacre
New satellite analysis reveals El Fasher, Sudan, eerily empty with evidence of mass graves after a paramilitary massacre. Up to 150,000 are missing as the UN is blocked from investigating war crimes.
UK Must Strategically Invest in Defence AI to Compete
The Autumn Budget pledges £1.5bn and 2.6% GDP for defence, but experts warn AI and autonomy need sustained focus, not just cash, to secure Britain's future. Read the analysis.
Aukus Deal Could See Nuclear-Armed US Subs in Australia
Defence officials admit US Virginia-class submarines visiting under Aukus could carry nuclear warheads, contradicting earlier government assurances. Explore the legal and strategic implications.
Trump's Venezuela Moves Scrutinised for Potential War Crimes
US President Donald Trump and his secretary of war face scrutiny over military action against suspected Venezuelan drug boats. Listen to the full analysis and support independent journalism.
Drones spotted near Zelenskyy's Dublin flight path
Irish Navy reported up to five drones near the Ukrainian President's aircraft during his state visit. Get the latest on the security alert and wider Ukraine war developments.
US kills four in Pacific drug boat strike
The US military has killed four men in a strike on a suspected narcotics vessel. The operation raises fresh questions over the legality of targeting drug smugglers.
Putin: 'We will take Donbas by force' as Trump plan falters
Vladimir Putin threatens military action if Ukraine doesn't withdraw from Donbas, casting doubt on Trump's peace efforts. Read the latest on the stalled negotiations.
Gaza's Fragile Reality: Hope and Conflict Collide
A mass wedding in Khan Younis offered a glimpse of hope, but Gaza remains gripped by violence, quasi-anarchy, and Hamas's resurgence. Read the full analysis of the monumental obstacles to peace and aid.
Analysis: Fresh Russia Sanctions Seem Futile
As the UK imposes new sanctions, analysis suggests Vladimir Putin remains unmoved and more aggressive than ever. Europe faces a moment of reckoning over Ukraine support. Read the full report.
UK-Norway Warship Pact to Counter Russian Sub Threat
The UK and Norway sign a historic defence pact, merging warship fleets to protect undersea cables from Russian submarines. The deal supports 4,000 UK jobs and boosts North Atlantic security. Read the full details.
Dawn Sturgess Exonerated in Novichok Inquiry After 7 Years
The family of Novichok victim Dawn Sturgess say they can finally lay her to rest after a public inquiry found her an innocent casualty of a Russian state attack. Read the full report.
Sanctions Futile as Putin Advances, Ukraine Funding Crisis
Analysis: As Russia's war enters a fourth year, Europe's sanctions and rhetoric are no match for solid financial support. With US backing withdrawn, a moment of reckoning approaches. Read the full report.
Hegseth Broke Rules in Yemen Strike Signal Leak
A Pentagon report finds Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth violated policy by sharing Yemen strike details on Signal, endangering US forces. Calls for his resignation grow.
US lawmakers demand inquiry into Caribbean drug boat strike
A Democratic congressman calls footage of a US military strike on survivors 'deeply troubling', as experts allege potential war crimes. Calls grow for transparency and a full investigation.
Israeli-backed Gaza militia leader killed in clan clash
Yasser Abu Shabab, commander of the Popular Forces, died from wounds after a violent clash. His death undermines Israel's efforts to build Palestinian proxies to confront Hamas in Gaza.
Four arrested in East Sussex terror investigation
Three men and a woman have been detained in Eastbourne and Brighton by counter-terrorism police. Discover the latest on this planned operation.
Man charged with terror offences linked to Manchester synagogue
Mohammad Bashir, 31, faces charges of preparing terrorist acts and sharing publications. The offences are linked to Jihad al-Shamie but not directly to the October attack. Read the latest.
Four arrested in Sussex counter-terrorism probe
Three men and a woman have been detained in Eastbourne and Brighton under the Terrorism Act 2000 as part of an investigation into extreme right-wing terrorism. Follow for live updates.
Derby explosives incident: Two arrested, 200 homes evacuated
A major incident was declared in Derby after police arrested two men on suspicion of explosives offences, leading to the evacuation of over 200 homes. No terror link suspected.
Derby Evacuation: Army Called for Controlled Detonation
A major evacuation is underway in Derby after police discovered potentially explosive materials. Over 200 households have been told to leave as the Army's bomb squad prepares a controlled explosion. Get the latest updates.
Man charged over alleged help to Manchester synagogue attacker
Mohammad Bashir, 31, faces four terrorism charges for allegedly assisting Jihad al Shamie with reconnaissance of a UK defence facility. The charges are separate from the fatal October synagogue attack.
Arrest in US Capitol pipe bomb case after three years
US authorities have reportedly arrested a suspect in the January 5 pipe bomb plot. The devices were placed outside Republican and Democratic HQs in Washington DC. Read the latest details.
Anti-Hamas Gaza militia leader killed in ambush
Yasser Abu Shabab, a key Palestinian anti-Hamas commander, was killed in a Gaza Strip ambush. His Israel-backed group, the Popular Forces, had grown to 3,000 members. Read the latest.
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