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New defence secretary to ‘reprioritise’ UK plan for military spending, say sources

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New defence secretary to ‘reprioritise’ UK plan for military spending, say sources

Starmer ‘can’t sack him or let him resign’, says ally of Dan Jarvis after predecessor’s resignation The new defence secretary is to revisit a controversial plan for funding the armed forces and may return to demand more cash from the Treasury, allies have said. Multiple government sources said Dan Jarvis would look to “reprioritise” aspects of the defence investment plan (Dip), which was delayed until July after the resignation of John Healey following a disagreement over its funding. Continue reading...

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Keir Starmer set to unveil plans for new online protections for children

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is preparing to announce a package of measures Monday aimed at protecting children online, including possible restrictions on social media use for those under 16, according to a…

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Starmer tells NATO’s Rutte UK will publish defence plan before July 7 summit

Britain’s defence investment plan had been due in 2025.

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Defence tech start-up Anduril calls for reset of US arms export controls

CEO of California-based group wants to enlist allies in helping with production of lower-cost weapons

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Russia's opposition looks for a leader as new party launches in Berlin

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UK faces hard choices over military spending, say analysts

Britain's Defence budget reportedly faces a £28 billion (S$48 billion) shortfall between now and 2030.

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A major submarine deal between India and Germany reflects New Delhi's push for military self-reliance — and Berlin's interest in the Indo-Pacific.

A multibillion-dollar submarine deal between India and Germany reflects New Delhi's push for military self-reliance — and Berlin's growing interest in the Indo-Pacific.

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