PM commits to raising UK defence spending to 2.5% of GDP by end of decade
Boris Johnson said the "cost of freedom" is "always worth paying".
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Ukraine Russian forces withdraw from Ukraine's Snake Island
The Black Sea island gained almost mythical status as a talisman of Ukrainian defence earlier on in Russia's invasion.
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Ukraine 144 Ukrainian soldiers released in biggest prisoner exchange of conflict, officials say
The release includes 95 troops who defended Mariupol's steelworkers, officials have said.
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Ukraine UK promises extra £1bn Ukraine military aid for offensive operations
Advanced air defence systems, drones and electronic warfare equipment will feature in a 77% increase on British funding so far.
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Ukraine Odessa is ready to fight, says former marine reporting in Ukraine
The strategic port city in the south of Ukraine continues to hold out against Russian attacks.
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Ukraine Ukraine: What is the NASAMS air defence system?
The weapons system is the same one used to defend the White House and Capitol Building in the US.
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Ukraine Invasion of Ukraine may ultimately cost Russia access to Baltic Sea
Ukrainian forces are scoring notable successes targeting Russian naval assets in the Black Sea using weapons like the Harpoon.
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Army Current Army a fraction of size it needs to be, retired general says
The Defence Secretary has reportedly asked the Prime Minister to raise the budget by 20% a year to meet shortfalls in military capabilities.
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Ukraine Defence Secretary: Real danger Putin could lash out against Europe
Ben Wallace has said investment in defence spending must "continue to grow" to counter the threat of a resurgent Russia.
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Ukraine Ukrainians must take the fight to the Russians, urban warfare expert says
The expert praised how the Ukrainians have continued to surprise the world with what they are able to do with a smaller force.
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Nato NATO to boost forces to 300,000+ in clear message to Russia
Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg has set out a plan for the biggest overhaul of NATO since the Cold War.
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Ukraine Exclusive: 200 Ukrainian soldiers to arrive in UK every day for training
Admiral Sir Tony Radakin revealed the extent of the UK's support in training Ukrainian troops during an interview on Armed Forces Day.
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Ukraine PM urges G7 allies to stand firm in support of Ukraine
Boris Johnson is in Germany for a G7 summit.
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Ukraine US announces $450m in additional military assistance for Ukraine
The funding includes high-mobility rocket systems and 36,000 tank rounds.
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Ukraine The Alligator: All about the anti-materiel rifle in Ukrainian hands
The 25kg weapon is designed to eliminate vehicles, not people.
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Ukraine How Ukrainian forces are weaponising civilian vehicles like scenes from Mad Max
A common sight in the war in Ukraine, especially on social media, is the unassuming technical vehicles.