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Burnham may have to boost defence spending to pass ‘Moscow test’, says ex-military chief

Adm Sir Tony Radakin says UK currenly ‘falls short’ of level required to keep Russian threats at bay

The Guardian - UK

Plans to replace UK’s ageing destroyers and frigates ‘scrapped in defence plan’

The UK is in the ‘unprecedented’ position of being second from the bottom in a Nato league table

The Independent UK

Plans to replace destroyers and frigates scrapped in defence plan – report

Funding for up to eight Type 83 destroyers and five Type 32 frigates will not appear in the spending blueprint, it has been claimed.

Evening Standard

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'Moscow test' for Burnham: Ex-defence chief says next UK PM must act like a 'wartime leader' amid global threats

Andy Burnham will need to apply a "Moscow test" to his policies and govern "almost like a wartime prime minister" if he succeeds Sir Keir Starmer, former Chief of the Defence Staff Admiral Sir Tony Radakin has warned.

The Times of India

Elite commandos promised £500m in defence spending plan

High-speed boats and strike drones will be committed to the elite force, with a focus on the High North.

Evening Standard

High-speed boats and drones: Commandos promised £500m in defence spending overhaul

The new Defence Secretary, Dan Jarvis, is credited with refocusing the Defence Investment Plan (DIP) since his appointment

The Independent UK

Hegseth escalates his military purge

NATO's top American general is out — while Donald Trump tries to buy the military's loyalty

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‘Real progress’ made on defence spending plan this week, Jarvis says

The Defence Secretary said he was working ‘very closely’ with colleagues from the Treasury.

Evening Standard

Turkey opposition worries that Europe is sacrificing democracy for security

Turkey's main opposition says its Western allies are failing to respond as a widening crackdown by President Recep Tayyip Erdogan's government targets its leaders and elected mayors.

Radio France Internationale

All quiet on the eastern flank? Nato leaders fear they can no longer rely on US help if Russia attacks

Trump administration’s rhetoric has created so much uncertainty that Poland and Baltic states have fresh doubts as alliance prepares to meet next month

The Guardian - UK

Andy Burnham distanced himself from UK Prime Minister Starmer, but may be stuck with his policies

A significant leadership change is imminent in Britain as Andy Burnham prepares to succeed Prime Minister Keir Starmer. Burnham, recognized for his friendly nature, must adeptly handle the ramifications of Starmer's policies while striving to rejuvenate the economy and tackle the growing cost of living challenges. His approach, termed 'Manchesterism,'…

The Economic Times

Germany could revive conscription by mid-2027, senior MP tells AFP

Germany is struggling to recruit soldiers and will have to decide by July 2027 at the latest whether to reintroduce compulsory military service, a senior parliamentarian has told AFP. Faced with a growing threat from Russia and an unpredictable United States, Berlin is looking to revamp its army and has…

The Economic Times

Ukraine war briefing: Russian-occupied Crimea declares ‘emergency’ as Zelenskyy’s forces step up attacks

Ukrainian president says Crimea at centre of Kyiv’s ‘policy of ensuring justice’ against Moscow. What we know on day 1,584

The Guardian - AU

Cooper heaps pressure onto Starmer and Burnham over defence spending

Cooper warns DIP will ‘have to go further’ after John Healey resigned over inadequate funding in the plan

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Royal Navy shadows Russian warships in UK waters for three months

Five navy ships have been involved in the monitoring of the Admiral Grigorovich

Euronews

UK foreign policy to remain unchanged despite government transition, deputy PM Lammy says

The UK's deputy Prime Minister David Lammy has told Europe Today that his country's foreign policy — including its support for Ukraine and efforts to restore EU ties — will remain unchanged when a new Prime Minister takes the reins after Keir Starmer's exit.

Euronews

Newsletter: Temperatures rise over sanctions against Russia

In this newsletter: Bulgaria attempts to bulldoze part of the EU's 21st sanctions package against Russia, criticism mounts over the EU's hyped rule of law reports, and a baby makes an appearance at a council meeting in Luxembourg.

The Independent UK

Ukraine-Russia war latest: Zelensky pledges more strikes after Kyiv hits Russian oil refineries

At least one person has died following the attacks on Russian oil refineries

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The Independent UK

NATO summit should display unity and pledges to defense, deputy NATO chief tells AP

NATO's deputy commander said he wants a summit in Turkey to encourage member countries to spend more on defense and support Ukraine

The Guardian - UK

Russia preparing possible ‘provocation’ in Baltic states or Poland, sources say

Kremlin may attempt to test Nato cohesion as Russia comes under growing pressure from Ukraine, according to sources from two countries

Evening Standard

Nato boss to be ‘tough but discreet’ on defence spending goals, amid UK row

When countries have to step up military investment ‘of course there will be discussions’, said the secretary general.

Bangkok Post

US says wants deal with Iran, but not 'at any price'

MANAMA - Top US diplomat Marco Rubio said Thursday that there were limits to what Washington would accept in any deal with Iran, warning that permitting Tehran to charge fees in the Strait of Hormuz would open the door to "total chaos".

AAP

Defence performance problems even worse than expected

As Labor gives Defence its biggest overhaul in half a century, performance issues within the department have been found to be worse than previously thought.

Euronews

NATO chief Rutte defends allies as Trump says he was 'let down' on Iran

Rutte pushed back gently against Trump's latest NATO complaints, saying, “I know there have been isolated cases about which you are really disappointed, but generally speaking, your European allies have been there with you."

The Independent UK

Downing Street fails to rule out any extra funding for defence investment plan

The prime minister will press ahead with publishing the long-delayed plan ahead of the Nato summit after a dispute over funding earlier this month triggered the resignation of two defence ministers

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