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WEBThe myth that nukes are in Scotland to keep England safe. June 25, 2023. Misconceptions can often take root and spread quickly, one incorrect claim is that the UK stores all of its nukes in Scotland because they're too dangerous to keep in England. Read more. Independent website publishing British and international defence news and analysis.
Britain’s armed forces equipment by the numbers - UK Defence …
WEBNov 19, 2023 · The land component of the UK armed forces shows a mix of strength and ongoing updates. With 3,207 pieces of combat equipment, the army’s arsenal comprises 845 Armored Personnel Carriers, 1,480 Protected Mobility Vehicles, and 882 Armored Fighting Vehicles. However, these numbers are provisional, pending an ongoing process to enhance data quality.
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WEBAmerican bombers return home after show of force in Europe. March 4, 2024. The B-1 bombers flew as a simulated adversary and received intercepts from various NATO fighter aircraft across the Arctic, North Sea, and the Greenland, Iceland, and UK gap. Read more.
Update on current and future plans for Britain’s F-35 fleet
WEBMar 30, 2024 · Here’s the letter in full. Dear Jeremy, I am providing an update on the continuing growth and capability delivery of the F-35 Lightning Force. Since I wrote to your predecessor in July 2023, the declaration of Full Operating Capability (FOC) for the first procurement phase (Tranche 1) has been agreed as occurring no later than 31 Dec 2025.
Tempest – Facts on Britain’s new fighter jet programme
WEBJun 14, 2023 · Team Tempest is a collaborative project to build Britain’s new fighter jet. This partnership is constituted by industry giants BAE Systems, Rolls-Royce, Leonardo, and MBDA, in collaboration with the Ministry of Defence. Through this article, we will analyse the insights from the BAE Systems factsheet, focusing on the employment opportunities ...
Sea - UK Defence Journal
WEBSea October 6, 2024. The Ministry of Defence has issued a tender notice for the provision and support of diving equipment with a contract valued at up to £782,000.
Two British aircraft carriers now at sea - UK Defence Journal
WEBSep 9, 2023 · Britain’s two aircraft carriers, HMS Queen Elizabeth and HMS Prince of Wales, are currently at sea. As HMS Queen Elizabeth showcases military might and NATO unity in the North Seas, HMS Prince of Wales ventures into technological frontiers off the USA’s Eastern Seaboard. HMS Queen Elizabeth: Leading the Carrier Strike Group.
Clyde naval base to get two new floating docks - UK Defence Journal
WEBNov 21, 2023 · The Ministry of Defence (MoD) has announced plans to procure two new floating docks along with associated infrastructure for Faslane, the primary hub for the UK’s nuclear deterrent and the home of the Vanguard-class ballistic missile submarines. This development comes as part of the Ministry’s Additional Fleet …
Challenger 2: Compared to the Competition - UK Defence Journal
WEBJan 4, 2017 · In comparison the M1A2 Abrams is equipped with a 120mm L/44 M256A1 smoothbore gun of which 42 rounds can be carried. Like Challeger 2 APFSDS rounds are used. Unlike Challenger 2 it can also be used with anti-personnel canisters and HEAT rounds. The Leopard 2A6 uses a very similar gun to …
The Five Eyes – The Intelligence Alliance of the Anglosphere
WEBApr 14, 2020 · The Five Eyes brings the UK, the United States, Canada, Australia and New Zealand into the world’s most complete and comprehensive intelligence alliance. The Five Eyes (FVEY) is widely regarded as the world’s most significant intelligence alliance. The origins of it can be traced back to the context of the Second World War and by its ...