The UK’s early leverage in the F-35 programme has diminished as other buyers outpace Britain on fleet size and use, witnesses told the House of Lords International Relations and Defence Committee.

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The United Kingdom remains fully committed to the defence of NATO territory, with plans in place to counter drone incursions and protect allied airspace, according to Defence Minister Al Carns.

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A new report from the Council on Geostrategy has warned that critical gaps across European NATO militaries risk undermining deterrence against Russia.

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Unite, the UK’s largest defence and manufacturing union, has welcomed Türkiye’s agreement to purchase 20 Typhoon fighter jets but warned that the Royal Air Force must place its own new orders.

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French troops serving with the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) shot down an Israeli surveillance drone on Sunday near the southern Lebanese town of Kfar Kila.

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U.S. Air Force B-1B Lancer bombers and allied fighter jets conducted a joint formation flight over Riga, Latvia, in a demonstration of NATO readiness and solidarity.

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Multiple U.S. Air Force B-1B Lancer bombers flew near Venezuela in what officials described as a “bomber attack demonstration,” marking the third such mission this month.

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The Ministry of Defence has confirmed that a new competition for “novel uncrewed aerial systems” will begin in early 2026.

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The United Kingdom will begin producing advanced air defence interceptor drones for Ukraine within weeks.

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The United Kingdom and Turkey have signed a deal worth up to £8 billion for 20 Typhoon fighter jets, securing around 20,000 British jobs and the largest UK fighter export in nearly two decades.

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