Lack of Irish defence spending and security a backdoor threat to UK, says think tank
A report by an influential policy institute points to an increased threat to the UK from Russia, China and Iran via the Republic of Ireland.
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Tri-Service UK not ready to fight an all-out war due to capability and recruitment issues, MPs warn
The Commons Defence Committee has said the military is consistently overstretched.
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Falklands MOD insists it's confident in the security of the Falkland Islands despite claims of downgrade
The security of the islands that were the focus of war with Argentina in 1982 relies on a Royal Navy patrol vessel and four RAF Typhoons.
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Technology Royal Navy's sonars and sensors to be kept in good working order - thanks to £1.8bn AI deal
The deal with Thales UK aims to improve the long-term availability and resilience of critical assets for the Navy's ships and submarines.
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Afghanistan Fresh hope for former Afghan special forces members previously ineligible for UK resettlement
The move comes after MPs and campaigners pressed for applications from members of units known as the Triples.
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Afghanistan Government will see through commitments to Afghan special forces, Mercer says
Reportedly some 400 soldiers who served in two specialist units will have their applications to settle in the UK reviewed.
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Veterans One application received every 3.6 seconds for veteran ID card, minister reveals
Around 1.8 million Armed Forces veterans are now able to apply for their ID card, with a massive uptake in the number of applications.
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Army Head of British Army pays tribute to Gurkhas during visit to Nepal to meet new recruits
Loyalty, resilience, toughness and professionalism are all hallmarks of the Gurkha soldier, says the Chief of the General Staff.
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Tri-Service UK Armed Forces numbers drop by almost a third in 23 years, MOD data reveals
Forces News examines the number of personnel in each service annually since 2000.
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Politics US Secretary of the Navy urges Britain to increase the size of its Armed Forces
Carlos Del Toro praises the help given to Ukraine, but calls for more investment in case a major conflict breaks out directly involving UK.
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Army British citizens should be trained for potential land war, head of the Army warns
But the outgoing Chief of the General Staff, General Sir Patrick Sanders, says even this would not be enough in the event of all-out war.
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Veterans Have you ever wondered how military recall works and whether you're on the list?
You may not know it, but if you served and are under a certain age, you may well be eligible to be called up if the need arises.
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Navy Military is 'bleeding out' as workforce issues trump UK Armed Forces' other challenges
The UK military's second in charge admitted a recruitment and retention dilemma overshadowed 'programmatic' issues.
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Politics Putin clear and present danger, says Shapps
Defence Secretary Grant Shapps has said that the UK "needs to be prepared" as tensions continue to rise in the Middle East.
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Politics New Defence Committee chairman vows to seek more funding for Armed Forces
Sir Jeremy Quin says there are huge global challenges to confront and pledges to push for increased funding and resources for Defence.
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Army Strict medical rules mean even England rugby team would struggle to join Army, MPs told
The service has only managed to attract around 5,000 recruits of its 9,813 target, with the year ending in March.