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Starmer and Trump in deep conversation [Video]

Starmer and Trump in deep conversation

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer and US President Donald Trump were deep in conversation before the North Atlantic Council plenary meeting during the Nato Summit at the Hague, Netherlands. Sir Keir..

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Conservative Party ‘supports’ US bombing in Iran [Video]

Conservative Party ‘supports’ US bombing in Iran

Shadow Defence Secretary James Cartlidge says the Conservative Party “supports” US air strikes on Iranian nuclear sites, saying a country that shows “support to terrorists is not one that should..

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Nuclear site in Berkshire set to expand [Video]

Nuclear site in Berkshire set to expand

The UK's nuclear weapons centre in Berkshire is set to be expanded, the defence secretary has said. John Healey visited the Atomic Weapons Establishment (AWE) at Aldermaston to mark its 75th..

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Tories: We would ‘in principle’ support US attack on Iran [Video]

Tories: We would ‘in principle’ support US attack on Iran

Shadow Defence Secretary James Cartlidge says the Conservative Party would “in principle” support US military action against Iran “if they took the view, that on the basis of the intelligence it..

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'Dangerous moment' for entire Middle East, Defence Sec says [Video]

'Dangerous moment' for entire Middle East, Defence Sec says

John Healey says it is a “dangerous moment for the entire region” as tensions escalate in the Middle East with Iran and Israel exchanging strikes. Speaking at RUSI, the defence secretary says the..

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Starmer welcomes Nato chief to Downing Street [Video]

Starmer welcomes Nato chief to Downing Street

Sir Keir Starmer welcomed Nato Secretary General Mark Rutte to Downing Street on Monday as pressure continues to mount on the Prime Minister to hike defence spending. The visit comes after Mr Rutte's..

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News today 2025 [Video]

News today 2025

The United States has called on NATO allies to raise defence spending to 5% of GDP, in a marked escalation of previous expectations, drawing mixed reactions at a meeting of defence ministers in..

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John Healey ramps up defence spending [Video]

John Healey ramps up defence spending

The defence secretary has paid a visit to a Royal Air Force station following his pledge to ramp up defence spending this week. John Healey flew in an army helicopter and operated a drone during the..

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John Healey outlines new defence plans [Video]

John Healey outlines new defence plans

John Healey has outlined the government's new defence plans as he revealed aims to spend 3% of GDP on UK defence. It comes as the Ministry of Defence announced a £5 billion investment following the..

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UK announces biggest defence spend plans since Cold War [Video]

UK announces biggest defence spend plans since Cold War

The prime minister says he will make the UK a “battle-ready nation”, whilst Defence Secretary John Healey has pledged to “create a British Army that is 10 times more lethal”, as the Strategic..

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Tories: Starmer’s defence plans are ‘not good enough’ [Video]

Tories: Starmer’s defence plans are ‘not good enough’

Shadow Defence Secretary James Cartlidge criticises the government for making “vague” promises to raise UK defence spending to 3% of GDP. He argues “we know we need to spend 3% so such a vague..

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‘Hegseth touted the cold war…’ China BLASTS U.S In Response To Pete Hegseth's Speech In Singapore [Video]

‘Hegseth touted the cold war…’ China BLASTS U.S In Response To Pete Hegseth's Speech In Singapore

China has lashed out at U.S. Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth following his remarks at the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore, where he warned that China could imminently use military force against Taiwan...

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UK defence plan sends 'message to Moscow' [Video]

UK defence plan sends 'message to Moscow'

The Defence Secretary says the Government's defebce review will show Britain is ready to respond to rising global threats. John Healey says the strategic defence review will learn lessons from Ukraine..

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World should be 'extremely worried' about Russia-China relationship, EU foreign policy chief warns [Video]

World should be 'extremely worried' about Russia-China relationship, EU foreign policy chief warns

World should be 'extremely worried' about Russia-China relationship, EU foreign policy chief warns EU's foreign policy chief expressed alarm on Saturday over Russia-China ties amid North Korean..

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Healey announces £1.5bn in extra funding for military homes [Video]

Healey announces £1.5bn in extra funding for military homes

More than £1.5 billion in extra funding for military homes will be confirmed as part of the Government’s strategic defence review, the Ministry of Defence has said. The review will set out the..

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John Healey: The keyboard has become a weapon of war [Video]

John Healey: The keyboard has become a weapon of war

Defence Secretary John Healey reveals the UK is the subject of a “cyber-attack” stating that “the keyboard has become a weapon of war”. It comes as the government promises to set up a cyber..

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Defence Secretary: Our commitment to NATO is unshakeable [Video]

Defence Secretary: Our commitment to NATO is unshakeable

The defence secretary says the government's commitment to NATO is "unshakeable". Speaking at the London Defence Conference, John Healey says Ukraine is fighting for the same freedoms that Europe fought..

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Healey pays tribute to 'greatest generation' on VE80 [Video]

Healey pays tribute to 'greatest generation' on VE80

John Healey has paid tribute to the "courage and sacrifice" of the "greatest generations of Britons" that achieved victory in Europe 80 years ago today. The defence secretary adds, "it's a day to..

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Govt: We've held hard negotiations with US on trade tariffs [Video]

Govt: We've held hard negotiations with US on trade tariffs

John Healey says there have been "really hard negotiations" between the UK and US on trade tariffs to achieve "the best possible deal for Britain". The defence secretary's comments come as a new trade..

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US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth directs 20% cut to top military leadership positions [Video]

US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth directs 20% cut to top military leadership positions

US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth directs 20% cut to top military leadership positions Critics see the move as an attempt to politicise the country's armed forces. READ MORE :..

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At Quad, EAM Jaishankar Reiterates India`s Right To Defend Against Terrorism, Flays Pakistan

Jaishankar's statement came hours after Rajnath Singh spoke to US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth and explained India's actions during Operation Sindoor.
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Rajnath Singh speaks to US defence secretary Pete Hegseth; reviews defence ties, thanks US for anti-terror support


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Defence Secretary leads Indian delegation to South Africa for 9th Joint Defence Committee meeting in Johannesburg


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India must boost production capacity for military-grade drones: Defence Secretary


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'Embarrassing...': Indian Defence Secy On Asim Munir's Meeting With Trump While Pak PM 'Nowhere To Be Seen'

Speaking about Pakistan Army Chief Asim Munir's meeting with US President Donald Trump, Indian Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh said "must be an embarrassment to any country" that the Military..
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'Must be an embarrassment’: Defence secretary's jibe at Shahbaz Sharif over Trump-Munir lunch; warns of China-Turkey nexus


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Iran-Israel conflict: US defence secretary Pete Hegseth confirms 'additional capabilities' heading to Middle East; refuelling planes, warship deployed

Amid escalating conflict between Israel and Iran, the U.S. is bolstering its military presence in the Middle East. Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth announced deployments to protect American troops,..
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‘Almost near consensus’: US reveals Nato close to deal on 5% defence spending goal

NATO allies are nearing consensus on a new defence spending target of five per cent of GDP, according to US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth. This move aims to satisfy US President Donald Trump’s..
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Hegseth says US will stand by Indo-Pacific allies against 'imminent' threat of China

US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth assured Indo-Pacific allies of unwavering support against China's military and economic pressures, highlighting Beijing's aggressive stance on Taiwan and military..
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'Rehearsing for real deal': Hegseth says China preparing to invade Taiwan,

US defence secretary Pete Hegseth cautioned that China is actively preparing to use military force to expand its influence in the Indo-Pacific region, posing a real and imminent threat. He highlighted..
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Why Pete Hegseth is locking down Pentagon press access? Here's what defence secretary said

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has implemented strict press restrictions at the Pentagon, requiring government escorts for journalists in previously accessible areas, citing national security concerns...
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Defence Secretary Hegseth, bedevilled by leaks, orders more restrictions on press at Pentagon

Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth, citing national security concerns amidst media leaks, has imposed stringent restrictions on press access within the Pentagon. These limitations bar reporters from..
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Former Defence Secretary Ajay Kumar appointed as UPSC chairperson


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Rajnath Singh holds high-level meeting with Defence Secretary, CDS, Navy and Army Chiefs


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Rajnath Singh Chairs Top Brass Meet, Fires Warning: India Won’t Pause, It Will Pulverise

CDS General Anil Chauhan, Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi, Navy Chief Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi and Defence Secretary Giridhar Aramane attended the meeting.
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‘No more pronouns’: Hegseth enforces trans troop ban; 1,000 to be removed

Following the Supreme Court's decision, the Pentagon will begin removing openly transgender service members. Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth directed the removal of roughly 1,000 publicly identified..
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Defence Secretary meets PM Modi amid tension with Pakistan


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Phalagam terror attack: Defence secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh meets PM Modi

Following the Pahalgam terror attack, Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh met with Prime Minister Modi, after briefings from the Air and Navy Chiefs. Modi granted the armed forces complete operational..
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Defence Briefing: PM Modi, Defence Secretary RK Singh Meet Amid Indo-Pak Tensions

Earlier, the Prime Minister had chaired a meeting, attended by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Chief of Defence Staff Gen Anil Chauhan, three service chiefs, and National Security Advisor Ajit Doval. 
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Big tension for Pakistan, Defence Secretary meets PM Modi days after Pahalgam terror attack, briefs him on...

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Defence Secretary Giridhar Aramane on Monday.
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'woke & weak' Biden administration weaponized 'Women, Peace & Security' program: Pete Hegseth ends WPS

Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth ended the 'Women, Peace & Security' (WPS) program, calling it a divisive Biden initiative, despite its 2017 launch under President Trump. Hegseth clarified his stance..
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India signs Rs 63,000 crore Rafale Marine Aircraft deal with France

The Cabinet Committee on Security had cleared the deal earlier this month. The French Ambassador to India represented his country, while Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh represented the Indian..
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This Rafale fighter may take off from Naval ship, India will pay France Rs...

The Cabinet Committee on Security had cleared the deal earlier this month. The French Ambassador to India represented his country, while Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh represented the Indian..
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Dirty Line: How Hegseth bypassed security to share military secrets with family

US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth reportedly used a 'dirty line' in his Pentagon office. This bypassed security protocols to access apps like Signal. He allegedly shared sensitive military details..
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Hegseth set up Signal on a comp in Pentagon, where personal phones are restricted

US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth reportedly used the Signal app on a personal computer in his Pentagon office to circumvent restrictions on personal cellphones. This followed reports he shared..
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US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth Shared Yemen Strike Plans With Family: Report

The revelation of the additional chat group has sparked renewed criticism of Defense Secretary Hegseth and former President Donald Trump’s broader administration, particularly over their inaction..
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Thousands accessed sensitive White House info, floor plans under Biden and Trump admin: Report

A security breach exposed sensitive US government documents. Over 11,000 employees had access to files. These files included White House plans and financial data. The lapse occurred under both Biden..
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Defence Secretary calls on Italian Defence Minister to enhance bilateral defence cooperation


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Pentagon schools students sue defence secretary Pete Hegseth over book bans on race and gender

Twelve students are suing US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth. They allege violation of First Amendment rights. The lawsuit challenges book bans in Pentagon-operated schools. The bans target materials on..
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Who is Shoshana Chatfield? US navy officer fired for 'woke' comments

Vice Admiral Shoshana Chatfield was dismissed by the Trump administration, allegedly due to her support for diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives within the military. Admiral Christopher Grady..
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US To Strengthen Military Ties With Philippines To Counter China's Aggression In Indo-Pacific

US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth, during his visit to Manila, said that the United States will strengthen its military partnership with the Philippines to "reinforce deterrence" against "China's..
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US defence secretary Pete Hegseth under fire for bringing wife to 'sensitive' military meetings: Report


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'Nobody was texting war plans': Pete Hegseth rejects allegations of group chat leak

US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth denied sharing sensitive 'war plans' with a journalist accidentally included in a Signal group chat. The group discussed operational specifics about Houthi terrorist..
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'Commander Reyes': US defence secretary Pete Hegseth mocks judge for blocking transgender troop ban

Tensions rise as US defense secretary Pete Hegseth mocks federal judge Ana Reyes, who blocked Trump's ban on transgender troops. Reyes ruled that the order likely violates the US Constitution's equal..
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'We ensure US military remains world's strongest': Hegseth on Musk's Pentagon visit

US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth met with Elon Musk at the Pentagon to discuss military innovation and efficiency. The meeting sparked controversy over alleged potential war strategies against China,..
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India remains steadfast in zero-tolerance policy towards terrorism: Defence Secretary


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ASEAN is committed to promote 'Whole of Government and Whole of society' approach to counter radicalisation: Defence Secretary


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'We're prepared': US on China's 'ready for any type of war' warning as Donald Trump tariff row escalates

US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth stated that the US is prepared for conflict with China amid escalating trade tensions. Tensions rose after President Trump doubled tariffs on Chinese imports,..
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US defence secretary Hegseth mulls shake-up in military leadership, targets high-ranking officials

US President Trump's new defence secretary, Pete Hegseth, is circulating a list of top military generals for potential firing. Among the names is Admiral Lisa Franchetti, the second woman to be..
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Donald Trump’s cabinet: How many votes did each confirmed appointee get?

President Trump’s second term brings several new appointments, including Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as Health Secretary and Tulsi Gabbard as Director of National Intelligence. Pete Hegseth narrowly..
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US will no longer accept transgender individuals in military, halts gender transition procedures

The US Army will no longer accept transgender individuals for enlistment or perform gender transition-related medical procedures. This follows a directive from Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth,..
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'Trump will not allow anyone to turn Uncle Sam into Uncle Sucker': Pete Hegseth

US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth emphasized that Europe should enhance its defence spending to support NATO, as echoed by President Trump. He stressed that the US will not be taken advantage of and..
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Nato's membership for Ukraine was unrealistic: US' defence secretary Pete Hegseth

US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth stated that NATO membership for Ukraine is unrealistic, urging Western allies to support a negotiated agreement with Russia. He confirmed no US troops will be deployed..
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Who is Mark Milley? Trump critic whose security detail was removed by Pete Hegseth

Retired US General Mark Milley faces a political upheaval after US defence secretary Pete Hegseth revoked his security clearance and detail, and called for an inspector-general review to assess if his..
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