All ghillied up: How to spot a trainee British Army sniper before they spot you
The sniper stalk is a tricky exercise which sees trainees stealthily work their way towards their target while trying to avoid being seen.
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Scotland Shapps steps in to ensure Edinburgh Castle's historic One O'Clock Gun won't be silenced
The Defence Secretary insisted the firing of the ceremonial gun should go ahead, despite concern about new health and safety guidelines.
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Russia Russian defence industry disrupted and exports in decline as sanctions bite, says MOD
The Ministry of Defence says the production of advanced and complex weapons systems has probably been hit hardest.
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RAF RAF sets out 10-year plan to increase use of drones amid changing face of the frontline
The next 10 years will see the Royal Air Force work with the Army and Royal Navy to bring drone technology to the forefront.
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Ukraine The drone wars: Ukrainian first-person view UAV destroys Russian counterpart
The interception by the 38th Marines Brigade saw the Russian drone get taken out by the Ukrainian uncrewed aerial vehicle.
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Middle East Former British Army generals back call to suspend arms sales to Israel amid Gaza conflict
They say the recurring misuse of these weapons by Israel risks the United Kingdom being complicit in war crimes.
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News We don't have enough bullets, top general admits
While the amount of money being spent on ammo is significant it is still not enough, argues Lieutenant General Sir Rob Magowan.
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Aircraft It's a bruiser: Reflecting on the Army's Apache Mk1, the tough helicopter that saved lives
As the British Army says goodbye to the Mk1 variant of the attack helicopter, we look back at its two decades of dedicated service.
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Navy Royal Navy warships to be protected against drones and missiles with decoy launchers
The launchers will offer increased protection for vessels against missile and drone threats, including those ships operating in the Red Sea.
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Weapons and Kit Starstreak manufacturer Thales sees weapons production double due to Ukraine
Thales UK designs and produces missiles including Starstreak, Lightweight Multi-role Missile (LMM) systems as well as the final assembly of ...
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Land vehicles Army's new Ajax continues brutal testing regime before hundreds go into service
The new armoured vehicle is being tested in sub-zero conditions, with the Army set to be equipped by the end of the decade.
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Ukraine Ukraine in danger puts America at risk, US defence chief warns as cash and ammo run low
Lloyd J Austin III visited Germany to discuss support for Ukraine and warned that things were getting worse.
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Land vehicles Guardian angel: Ukrainians ride to war as the first M1117 vehicles arrive in theatre
The US-made Guardian Armoured Security Vehicle has been captured on video for the first time with the Ukrainian armed forces.
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USA Arctic Angels: US paras swap Alaska for Norway as they drop in for Exercise Arctic Shock
Exercise Arctic Shock saw hundreds of troops from the US and Norway conduct training in the frozen terrain around Bardufoss.
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Sea vessels Watch: HMS Portland shows off her firepower at sea during Steadfast Defender
The Royal Navy Type 23 frigate has been training with her Sting Ray torpedoes and Merlin helicopter.
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Weapons and Kit RPG-7: The iconic Soviet weapon used by soldiers, terrorists and militias around the world
This Cold War-era weapon is still in widespread use on the modern battlefield due to its robust design and innovative shaped charge warhead.