A commentator argues that the UK can currently afford to raise defence spending to 5% of GDP. However, British history suggests the country typically delays such investment until a threat becomes impossible to ignore. The author concludes that London has not learned the lessons of the past.
Britain's new Defence Investment Plan (DIP), due to be published next week, will prioritise drones over new destroyers and frigates and increase the defence budget by at least £1 billion, according to The Sunday Times. The shift reflects a broader push to modernise the UK armed forces with unmanned systems rather than traditional warships.
Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) is hardening its position after two nights of military clashes over transit through the Strait of Hormuz, putting the Iran-US memorandum of understanding at risk. The strikes on the critical shipping lane triggered sharp declines on Iranian financial markets. Geopolitical tensions in the region remain high.
Ukraine attacked at least two Russian oil refineries in drone strikes, Russian authorities confirmed at least two deaths. The strikes are part of Ukraine's ongoing campaign to target Russia's energy infrastructure and degrade its war-making capacity.
Military helicopters and armed soldiers appeared over and around Warsaw, prompting public concern. The General Command of the Polish Armed Forces clarified that these were routine tactical and fire exercises organised by the Special Forces in coordination with local authorities.
Poland is set to sign a contract on Monday for the purchase of three Swedish A26 submarines under the Orka programme. For the first time in a Polish arms procurement, significant emphasis has been placed on industrial cooperation and technology transfer. Analysts suggest this may be one of the last major defence procurement deals of the decade.
The battle for el-Obeid in Sudan is revealing the extent of foreign arms supplies to both warring sides and the polarised narratives that are stalling any peace process. Generals on both sides are blocking negotiations while the city burns. Sudan's war grinds on despite diplomatic efforts to broker a ceasefire.
Estonia has taken delivery of its first IRIS-T SLM surface-to-air missile firing unit. The system has been successfully used in Ukraine, where it proved its effectiveness in combat conditions. The acquisition significantly strengthens Estonia's air defence capabilities.
Iran launched drone and missile strikes targeting Bahrain and Kuwait, escalating tensions in the Middle East following a weekend of clashes between Iran and the United States. The strikes represent a significant broadening of the conflict, drawing additional Gulf states into the confrontation. Regional governments and Western powers are closely monitoring the rapidly deteriorating situation.
Ukrainian drones struck an oil refinery in Slavyansk-on-Kuban in Russia's Krasnodar region on Sunday, setting it ablaze. The attack was reported by Ukrainian media and represents another strike on Russian fuel infrastructure. No casualty figures were immediately available.
Intelligence sources from two NATO eastern flank countries told the British newspaper The Guardian that the Kremlin may be planning a provocation in Poland or the Baltic states. The aim would be to test NATO's cohesion and unity. The warnings come amid the ongoing war in Ukraine and heightened Russian intelligence activity in the region.
Adam Jawor reports from Russia's International Security Forum, arguing that Moscow is actively promoting and exporting its war-economy model internationally. This is the second instalment of his account, focusing on the mechanisms through which Russia extends its military-economic influence abroad. Specific partner countries and detailed figures are not provided in the available text excerpt.
The new version of the Czech armoured personnel carrier Tadeas made its international debut at the Eurosatory 2026 defence exhibition in Paris. The manufacturer is targeting foreign export markets with the showcase at one of the world's leading military fairs. Technical details of the updated version were not provided in the available text.
A Belgian A400M Atlas transport aircraft played a key role in delivering a batch of air-to-air missiles to Ukraine. Ukrainian F-16s then used those missiles to successfully repel a Russian cruise missile attack. The episode highlights how Western logistical support directly enhances Ukraine's combat capabilities.
At the Eurosatory defence exhibition, the EuroTrophy consortium unveiled a proposal to upgrade the Israeli Trophy active protection system. The modernised version is intended to offer enhanced defence capabilities for armoured vehicles against missile threats. Full technical specifications of the upgrade were not disclosed.
US Central Command confirmed strikes on additional targets near the Strait of Hormuz on Saturday. Earlier that day, Iran struck a ship in the strait and also targeted a US ally. Military tensions in the strategically critical waterway are escalating rapidly.
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