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The new equipment will form part of Sky Sabre, a state-of-the-art defence system that can intercept munitions and aircraft.

ON THE GROUND: Drew Scott, a former British soldier, joined Ukraine’s International Legion in 2023 and has fought in some of the war’s most vicious battles. As the US and Russian leaders prepare to meet in Alaska, he tells Askold Krushelnycky the mood on the frontline is one of weary…

The princess also visited the grave of Queen Victoria’s grandson, Prince Maurice von Battenberg, who died fighting with the British Army.

The Army Air Corps is the combat aviation arm of the British Army

Organisers say there could be around 1,000 demonstrators gathering on Whitehall in central London on Friday.

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The Weevil device can be operated via remote control by a single person from several miles away.

THE INDEPENDENT DEBATE: Readers were divided on the idea of reintroducing national service, with many agreeing that Britain’s military is underprepared, but questioning whether conscription is the right solution in 2025

Both posted to social media before criticism that they had not posted about Mother’s Day.