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Baltic Sea: Bundeswehr intercepts another Russian reconnaissance aircraft: According to its own information, the Air Force stopped and accompanied another plane ...
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Royal Navy shoots down Houthi missile in first since Gulf War: HMS Diamond defends commercial ship in the Gulf of Aden
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Royal Navy destroyer HMS Diamond shoots down missile fired by Houthis in Yemen: The HMS Diamond was deployed in the Gulf of Aden when its crew used her Sea Viper ...
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How a cheery female resistance squad saved RAF pilots from the Nazis: Unseen footage reveals the bravery of Andrée de Jongh and her network of young women who ...
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Body found in water in search of missing Faslane worker Josh Gayton: The Royal Navy aided police in 'extensive searches' for Josh Gayton who worked at ...
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New Typhoon display aircraft paint job revealed: The RAF Typhoon Display Team have revealed a newly painted display aircraft for the 2024 Display Season at RAF ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/new-typhoon-display-aircraft-paint-job-revealed/
How much does it cost to train a Royal Air Force pilot?: The average cost of training a Royal Air Force pilot ranges from £953,817 for multi engine aircraft to ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/how-much-does-it-cost-to-train-a-royal-air-force-pilot/
What are the Royal Navy’s land-attack capabilities?: Tomahawk Land Attack Missiles from submarines, Paveway IV bombs from F-35Bs, and the ongoing integration of ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/what-are-the-royal-navys-land-attack-capabilities/
Body found in search for Scots sailor missing from Faslane base: Joshua Gayton vanished in Helensburgh in the early hours of Tuesday, April 16.
dailyrecord.co.uk/news/scottish-news/body-found-search-scots-sailor-32639387
RAF and RAAF Jointly Revive 80 Squadron: The Royal Air Force (RAF) and the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) have jointly revived the prestigious 80 Squadron.
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/raf-and-raaf-jointly-revive-80-squadron/
RAF shot down 'a number of drones' in Iran's attack on Israel: Rishi Sunak has confirmed that the RAF shot done Iran attack drones headed towards ...
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Mojave drone fires gun pods for first time: General Atomics recently released details of a live-fire demo involving its Mojave drone, the same type recently ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/mojave-drone-fires-gun-pods-for-first-time/
180 ‘New Leaders’ Join the Royal Navy: The passing-out parade marked the culmination of weeks of rigorous training for these new officers.
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Royal Navy patrol ship HMS Tamar in Tonga: The latest leg of the Portsmouth-based warship’s Pacific patrol took her to the island chain to underscore ties ...
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Britain shoots down Houthi missile targeting merchant ship: Britain said on Thursday the Royal Navy warship HMS Diamond had shot down a missile fired by the ...
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How Israel’s defences repelled Iranian missile and drone attack : ‘Multi-layered’ array deployed included early warnings and Arrow system that intercepts ...
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MOD reluctant to discuss fate of two frigates: The future of two of the Royal Navy's front-line warships, HMS Argyll and HMS Westminster ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/mod-reluctant-to-discuss-fate-of-two-frigates/
Israel hit Iran with a half-ton 'Rampage' supersonic missile: report : Israeli media reported that Israel used a "Rampage" air-to-surface missile.
businessinsider.com/israel-hit-iran-with-half-ton-rampage-supersonic-missile-report-2024-4
Status of Royal Navy’s Type 23 Frigate fleet: Five Type 23 Frigates are available and the remaining six are in various stages of refit and therefore are not ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/status-of-royal-navys-type-23-frigate-fleet/
“Can carry the Taurus”: Airbus demands commitment to new Eurofighters: Eurofighters and Tornados are currently in use by the German Air Force ...
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Neuburg: How a Neuburg Eurofighter pilot turns the sky into a stage: At domestic events and abroad, the display pilot of the Neuburg squadron shows what the ...
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Paid articlePaid RAF Reserves launch specialist space unit in Glasgow: RAF reserves from the Glasgow-based 602 (City of Glasgow) Squadron have established a new space unit.
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Nearly one million Australians served in World War II. Now fewer than 3000 are alive
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Royal Navy frigates getting sonar upgrade: The system, which is likely to be trialled later in 2024, automatically determines the optimum deployment depth of an ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/royal-navy-frigates-getting-sonar-upgrade/
Sarah Ferguson pays tribute to Queen on what would have been her birthday: The Duchess of York took to Twitter to share her thoughts on the beloved monarch ...
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Eurofighter: This is why the Neuburg squadron will be flying at night again from Monday
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Britain hosts MQ-9B drone collaboration conference: The Royal Air Force recently hosted an international conference at RAF Cranwell, centred on the MQ-9B ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/britain-hosts-mq-9b-drone-collaboration-conference/
RAF fighter jets shot down Iran drones, Rishi Sunak says: The MoD says the RAF will repel "any airborne attacks within range" of its jets in the Middle East.
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Status of Royal Navy’s Type 23 Frigate fleet: Five Type 23 Frigates are available and the remaining six are in various stages of refit and therefore are not ...
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Operation in the Indian Ocean: British navy seizes 3.7 tons of drugs: The British navy has stopped drug smugglers in the Indian Ocean and discovered goods worth ...
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Multiple British warships to get laser guns: The Ministry of Defence has confirmed its commitment to outfitting multiple Royal Navy ships with the DragonFire ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/multiple-british-warships-to-get-laser-guns/
UK's Astute-Class Submarines: History and all you need to know: UK's Royal Navy's latest astute-class nuclear-powered attack submarine has officially named ...
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New threat of war in the Middle East: what Germany can do now: "Eurofighter" for Israel? Tougher EU sanctions against Iran? Fight against Islamists at home? ...
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Paid articlePaid How RAF jets protected British troops from Iran’s attack on Israel: Rishi Sunak approved the intervention of the Typhoon aircraft amid fears that Tehran’s ...
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Paid articlePaid Dual-Mode Paveway IV Guided Bombs Headed To Ukraine: The British-supplied bombs will offer all-weather and moving-target capabilities, but it’s unclear which ...
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NATO chief Stoltenberg flies in a Eurofighter looping over MV: NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg flew in a fighter jet during a visit to the air force ...
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Paid articlePaidQuick Glance: Nato Chief Stoltenberg in Eurofighter Looping over MV
- Nato Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg takes a flight in a Eurofighter in Laage, accompanied by the Commodore of the Tactical Air Force Wing 73.
- The Eurofighters serve as air defense and traffic police, quickly responding to alerts and operating over the Baltic Sea.
- Stoltenberg participates in a one-hour flight involving aerial refueling, interception maneuvers, and a rendezvous with Swedish Gripen fighter jets.
- Stoltenberg is impressed by the experience, praises the pilots, and emphasizes the importance of the Laage air base for NATO.
Prison relief for ex-RAF terrorist: Prison management lifts solitary confinement for Klette
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RAF Typhoons down Iran suicide drones to help protect Israel: UK’s first ‘air-to-air combat mission’ since the Falklands conflict after jets dispatched from RAF ...
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Huge drugs haul worth £33,000,000 seized by Royal Navy warship: The Portsmouth-based warship was on its first day of a security patrol when its Wildcat ...
metro.co.uk/2024/04/14/huge-drugs-haul-worth-33-000-000-seized-royal-navy-warship-20643943/
Zelenskyy: Israel and Ukraine are not in NATO, but we only need will to protect ourselves against terror
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Quick Glance: Zelensky Condemns Iranian Attack on Israel, Calls for International Support
- President Zelensky condemned Iran's massive attack on Israel, urging international assistance to prevent further escalation in the Middle East.
- Israel reported an attack with 170 drones, 30 cruise missiles, and 120 ballistic missiles, with the majority being intercepted.
- Zelensky emphasized the similarity between attacks in Ukraine and Israel, stressing the need for international unity against terrorism.
- US Congressmen are considering whether to combine or separate aid for Israel and Ukraine in a pending bill, with funding decisions still pending.
E-7 facilities take shape at RAF Lossiemouth: More than 550 tonnes of steel have been supplied by a company local to RAF Lossiemouth as facilities for supporting ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/e-7-facilities-take-shape-at-raf-lossiemouth/
Ukraine's new Paveway bombs can hurt 'soft' Russian targets: analyst: The UK is sending Ukraine a new type of laser-guided bomb that could compete with Russia's ...
businessinsider.com/ukraines-new-paveway-bombs-can-hurt-soft-russian-targets-analyst-2024-4
Future of Teesside Docks safeguarded by new £250m Royal Navy deal: UK Docks will support five Royal Navy River Class offshore patrol vessels in the eight-year ...
gazettelive.co.uk/news/teesside-news/future-teesside-docks-safeguarded-new-28977965
RAF takes part in largest airdrop of aid to Gaza: Aircraft from nine countries drop 10 tonnes of aid on the coast of Gaza to mark the end of Ramadan.
bbc.com/news/world-middle-east-68774923
Theatre director to lead Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo into new era: Yorkshireman Alan Lane appointed creative director
scotsman.com/whats-on/arts-and-entertainment/theatre-director-to-lead-royal-edinburgh-military-tattoo-into-new-era-4600907
How Israel shot down Iranian drones and missiles with limited damage: Advanced warning combined with strong missile defence in and outside its borders meant many ...
irishtimes.com/world/middle-east/2024/04/14/how-israel-shot-down-iranian-drones-and-missiles-with-limited-damage/
Britain doesn’t need an Iron Dome: Tobias Ellwood, told the Telegraph that the UK needs to build ‘a permanent umbrella of security defending our key locations’ ...
spectator.co.uk/article/britain-doesnt-need-an-iron-dome/
Major £217m contract awarded to support Royal Navy: The contract will see 28 companies providing global support to the Royal Navy.
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/major-217m-contract-awarded-to-support-royal-navy/
Eurofighter Outlines Possible New Orders From Partner Nations: In addition to the currently disclosed orders, the Eurofighter consortium envisions up to 74 ...
theaviationist.com/2024/04/10/eurofighter-outlines-possible-new-orders-from-partner-nations/
Military in Schönefeld: Fighter jets, helicopters and rockets are coming to ILA 2024
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Meghan Markle is 'pushing for an apology' from royal family: expert: Meghan Markle is "pushing for an apology" from the royal family before she agrees ...
nypost.com/2024/04/15/entertainment/meghan-markle-is-pushing-for-an-apology-from-royal-family-expert/
Quick Glance: Harry and Meghan Face Conundrum Over Balmoral Invitation
- Prince Harry and Meghan Markle could find themselves in a complicated situation, according to an expert, if King Charles invites them to join the Royal Family at Balmoral.
- It is expected that King Charles will extend an invitation to Harry and Meghan to visit the Scottish retreat this year, as it is customary for the monarch to invite family members during the holiday season.
- Royal expert and author Tom Quinn suggests that an invitation to the retreat could present a 'difficult' situation for the Duke and Duchess of Sussex.
- King Charles has reportedly extended an olive branch to Prince Harry and Meghan by 'hinting' at a visit to Balmoral this summer to improve relationships within the Royal family.
Navy seizes £33m of drugs in 24 hours: The Royal Navy has seized nearly £33m worth of illegal drugs from traffickers in the Middle East.
plymouthherald.co.uk/news/uk-world-news/royal-navy-seizes-33m-drugs-9222828
British Atlas transport aircraft cleared for low level parachuting: In a series of day and night sorties, paratroopers were dropped simultaneously from both side ...
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Mum’s plea to find lost son amid Navy search in Helensburgh: A search has been launced for Josh Gayton after he did not attend work at Faslane Naval Base.
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Red Arrows fly in close formation over the Alps in stunning images: The Royal Air Force aerobatic team have begun final preparations to get show-ready for their ...
gloucestershirelive.co.uk/news/cheltenham-news/raf-red-arrows-fly-close-9222698
What air defence systems does the UK use?: The UK's air defence arsenal includes advanced missile systems across the Royal Navy, British Army ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/what-air-defence-systems-does-the-uk-use/
Arrest of the ex-RAF terrorist: The decisive moment at Klette's apartment door: A dog barked, a door slammed, Daniela Klette still had to go to the toilet: a ...
spiegel.de/panorama/justiz/daniela-klette-die-entscheidenden-momente-an-der-wohnungstuer-der-ex-raf-terroristin-a-738209d2-5570-4cdd-b05f-191249ff20fe
Quick Glance: Arrest of Daniela Klette: Key Moment at Her Doorstep
- During the arrest of the former RAF terrorist, crucial moments unfolded, detailed by a police director from Hanover.
- As part of the investigation, Daniela Klette is accused of multiple robberies, as depicted in a photo from Karlsruhe.
Saudi and Iranian Ministers Talk After Drone Attack on Israel
bloomberg.com/news/live-blog/2024-04-13/iran-attack-on-israel
Stationed on NATO's eastern flank: insights into the lives of the Neuburg soldiers in Lielvarde
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Active World War II Bomb Discovered Near Top Flight German Soccer Stadium: The bomb is slated to be defused Friday—something that’s required authorities to ...
thedailybeast.com/active-world-war-ii-bomb-discovered-near-top-flight-german-soccer-stadium
What are the Royal Navy’s land-attack capabilities?: Tomahawk Land Attack Missiles from submarines, Paveway IV bombs from F-35Bs, and the ongoing integration of ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/what-are-the-royal-navys-land-attack-capabilities/
Model maker gets Navy advice to construct Barrow-built submarine: A MODEL builder received tips on how to construct his own miniature version of a Barrow-built ...
nwemail.co.uk/news/24244780.model-maker-gets-navy-advice-construct-barrow-built-submarine/
Iran drone attacks on Israel: Humza Yousaf condemns attack, says all players in Middle East must stick to UN resolutions
scotsman.com/news/politics/iran-drone-attacks-on-israel-humza-yousaf-condemns-attack-says-all-players-in-middle-east-must-stick-to-un-resolutions-4590536
RAF showcase air mobility readiness in Ex Venture Spirit: During the intensive week-long exercise, personnel were tested in a variety of dynamic scenarios that ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/raf-showcase-air-mobility-readiness-in-ex-venture-spirit/
RAF jets deployed to shoot down Iranian drones heading to Israel: Aircraft in Iraq and Syria have been deployed to intercept ‘any airborne attacks within range ...
standard.co.uk/news/uk/israel-iranian-joe-biden-iraq-raf-b1151330.html
"Shaheds sound the same": Zelenskyy calls for equal air defense support - Euromaidan Press
euromaidanpress.com/2024/04/16/shaheds-sound-the-same-zelenskyy-calls-for-equal-air-defense-support/
France's Rafale Is Set To Be Serbia’s Next Fighter: Serbia looks set to buy French Rafale fighters in a significant shift away from dependence on Russia for ...
twz.com/air/frances-rafale-is-set-to-be-serbias-next-fighter
RAF P-8 Poseidon joins Clyde collision emergency response: An RAF P-8 Poseidon aircraft was swiftly deployed today in response to a mid-afternoon collision ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/raf-p-8-poseidon-joins-clyde-collision-emergency-response/
Deploying jets to protect Ukraine would lead to escalation, UK foreign secretary says
kyivindependent.com/cameron-escalation-air-defense/
BAE apprentices describe meaning behind their work: "We're building ships to help protect people, not just for the navy but for our loved ones as well ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/bae-apprentices-describe-meaning-behind-their-work/
E-7 facilities take shape at RAF Lossiemouth: More than 550 tonnes of steel have been supplied by a company local to RAF Lossiemouth as facilities for supporting ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/e-7-facilities-take-shape-at-raf-lossiemouth/
UK pulled jets from Romania to intercept Iranian drones: The RAF's involvement in operations in the Middle East further stretches its resources ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/uk-pulled-jets-from-romania-to-intercept-iranian-drones/
‘World-leading’ laser beam that travels at speed of light to be fitted on Royal Navy ships by 2027
independent.co.uk/tv/news/royal-navy-laser-dragonfire-drone-mod-video-b2527605.html
Sailor's death inquest to examine ‘security of weapons and ammunition’ on ships: Jon Errington Paxton passed away following an incident on HMS Cattistock last ...
dailyrecord.co.uk/news/scottish-news/scots-sailors-gunshot-death-inquest-32598273
D-Day at 80, how a tiny Scottish isle was key to Operation Overlord: On the white sandy beaches of Tiree where the Inner Hebrides meet the North Atlantic Ocean ...
heraldscotland.com/business_hq/24245420.d-day-80-tiny-scottish-isle-key-operation-overlord/
UK ‘must send carrier strike group to Middle East in show of force to Iran’: Former Navy chief Lord West says HMS Prince of Wales should be sent to protect UK ...
inews.co.uk/news/uk-must-send-carrier-strike-group-middle-east-show-force-iran-3006137
Merlin helicopters utilise air weapons range in Scotland: These exercises allow the Merlin helicopters to practice various tasks, including target engagement and ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/merlin-helicopters-utilise-air-weapons-range-in-scotland/
Fears RAF jets could have to swerve round 650ft Cabrach wind turbines or risk crashing into them
pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/news/environment/6435003/raf-cabrach-wind-farm/
DragonFire laser accelerated to equip British warships: The UK DragonFire laser programme – led by MBDA, with partners Leonardo UK and QinetiQ – is accelerating ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/dragonfire-laser-accelerated-to-equip-british-warships/
Britain speeding up the fitting of laser guns to warships: BREAKING NEWS - The cutting-edge DragonFire laser will be installed on Royal Navy warships for the ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/britain-speeding-up-the-fitting-of-laser-guns-to-warships/
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