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Defence spending: how to keep Britain safe without wasting money

Letters: Readers respond to coverage of the row over the defence investment plan and resignations of John Healey and Al Carns

The Guardian - UK

MoD ‘trying to close down’ Russian warning shots story, say British yacht couple

The Prime Minister described the incident in the Channel on Tuesday as ‘reckless’ but not ‘sinister’.

Evening Standard

Russian warship incident in Channel deeply concerning, says Starmer

PM says firing of warning shots at yacht was reckless and UK is dealing with proxy attacks from Russia ‘every day’

The Guardian - UK

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India-Thailand discuss deepening defence R&D; focus on Indo-Pacific security situation

India and Thailand convened their 10th Defence Dialogue in Bangkok. Discussions focused on enhancing cooperation in defense manufacturing, research, and innovation. Both nations reviewed ongoing military engagements and capacity-building initiatives. They also exchanged views on regional security and reaffirmed their commitment to a strategic partnership. This dialogue marks a significant…

The Economic Times

‘Drifting’ Russian warship fired shots at British yacht to ‘prevent collision’

The Ministry of Defence said the Admiral Grigorovich fired warning shots after attempting to contact the British yacht in the channel.

Evening Standard

Russian frigate fires warning shots at British yacht in Channel

Shots fired within 500 metres of vessel near Isle of Wight amid heightened tensions between London and Moscow

The Guardian - UK

Video shows UK armed forces boarding suspected Russian shadow fleet vessel

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The Independent UK

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Indian national arrested after Russian shadow vessel intercepted in Channel

It is understood 24 Georgian and Indian crew members remain on board and are assisting with the investigation.

Evening Standard

UK forces intercept Russian shadow vessel in English Channel

UK armed forces intercepted a Russian shadow fleet vessel in the Channel in the early hours of Sunday, the Prime Minister said.

The National (Scotland)

What John Healey’s resignation as defence secretary means for Keir Starmer and the UK

John Healey resigned as defence secretary following continued disagreement between Downing Street, the Treasury and the Ministry of Defence over the defence investment plan. Healey said the plan falls “well short of what is required for defence and the country at this dangerous time”.

The Conversation

Children of Qatari mothers, Qatar-born expats can join national service: Requirements, how to apply

Qatar has expanded eligibility for its national service programme, allowing children of Qatari mothers and non-Qatari residents born in the country to apply for military service under a new initiative announced by the Ministry of Defence.

The Times of India

Who could replace John Healey as defence secretary?

Runners and riders include an ex-marine, the son of a Royal Navy submariner and a long-time Labour insider

The Independent UK

850 acres of vacant defence land in Uttar Pradesh to host 250 MW solar power plant

A significant solar power project is set to be established in Sitapur, Uttar Pradesh. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has approved a 250 MW solar power plant on defence land. This initiative marks a major step in renewable energy adoption. The project will also feature a Battery Energy Storage System.

The Economic Times

Rows over defence investment plan ‘have badly harmed cabinet relations’

Sources say much delayed Dip is close to sign-off but only after some of the Labour government’s worst infighting

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'Only Serving Female Commando' Among Three Royal Navy Personnel Killed in Devon Helicopter Crash

Three Royal Navy personnel, including Britain's only serving female commando, died in a helicopter training crash near Dartmoor. An investigation is ongoing into the tragic incident.

AAP

Kate leads tribute after Navy helicopter deaths

The future queen spoke out following a fatal military training accident that claimed the lives of three Royal Navy personnel in Devon.

The Times of India

Three British Navy personnel killed in helicopter crash during training exercise in Devon, MOD confirms

Three members of the Royal Navy have died after a military helicopter crashed during a training exercise in Devon, the Ministry of Defence has confirmed.

The Independent UK

Three members of Royal Navy killed in Devon helicopter crash

The helicopter crashed in a field at Sourton Down, near Okehampton, just before 4am on Wednesday

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Evening Standard

Three members of Royal Navy killed as helicopter crashes on training exercise

The Ministry of Defence said the incident happened just before 4am on Wednesday.

The National (Scotland)

Major human rights organisation backs call to scrap NHS contracts with Palantir

A major human rights organisation has backed calls to terminate NHS England's contract with US surveillance firm Palantir

The National (Scotland)

Fishermen recall mystery of 'yellow submarine' hauled ashore on Islay

TWO fishermen have recalled how they unexpectedly hauled in a “yellow submarine” off Islay more than 20 years ago, with their surprising catch…

Evening Standard

Fishermen recall mystery of ‘yellow submarine’ hauled ashore on Islay in 2005

John Baker’s surprising discovery brought international attention to the island.

The Independent UK

Fishermen recall mystery of ‘yellow submarine’ caught and hauled ashore

The surprising discovery brought international attention to the island

The Independent UK

Ministry of Defence accused of failing to tackle ‘normalisation of fraud’ after £1.5bn annual loss

MPs have published a scathing report on the culture within the Ministry of Defence

The Economic Times

HAL out, Tata and L&T in: IAF pushes ahead with private firms to fulfil India’s AMCA fifth-generation jet dream

India's ambitious Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) program has advanced with the Defence Ministry inviting bids from private firms for its development. Three consortia, including Tata Advanced Systems and Larsen & Toubro, are vying to build the stealth fighter. Stringent timelines aim for the first prototype flight within 30 months,…

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