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UK and Germany to sign 'landmark' defence agreement
The deal will see both countries work together to develop new long-range missiles and drones.Top stories - BBC News - October 23 -
Rheinmetall to make gun barrels in the UK as part of new defence pact
Howitzer plan comes amid push by western nations to support UkraineBusiness - Financial Times - October 22 -
Trade, tech, defence: UK braces for policy flashpoints with Trump’s US
Key differences are set to test the transatlantic relationshipWorld - Financial Times - 2 days ago -
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Trump return puts UK defence spending top of agenda
Politicians say we're living in dangerous times, and Trump is a lot less willing than Biden to pay for Europe's defence.Top stories - BBC News - 5 hours ago -
Flood defences 'in worst state on record'
The floods minister says she will spend millions on repairs, as victims tell of a "national crisis".Top stories - BBC News - October 14 -
Governments should crowdsource defence innovation
Bright ideas are not the monopoly of those holding jobs in national securityWorld - Financial Times - October 23 -
Israel races to supply anti-missile shield
Intense war demands have left the IDF relying on the US to fill gaps in air defencesBusiness - Financial Times - October 15 -
FirstFT: Israel grapples with shortage of air defence missiles
Also in today’s newsletter, Nvidia share price hits new record and tensions rise on the Korean peninsulaWorld - Financial Times - October 15 -
Netanyahu fires Israel’s defence minister Gallant
Prime minister said ‘significant gaps’ had emerged over the management of the warBusiness - Financial Times - 4 days ago -
Protests erupt in Israel after Netanyahu fires defence minister
Benjamin Netanyahu says there is a "crisis of trust" between him and Yoav Gallant, and replaces him with Israel Katz.Top stories - BBC News - 3 days ago -
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Trump victory hands hedge funds $1.2bn win from bet against renewables
Clean energy shares have tumbled on fears Republican president-elect will scrap subsidies and tax breaksWorld - Financial Times - Yesterday -
US intervention points to growing concerns over Israel’s air defences
After Hezbollah drone strike, any tit-for-tat strikes with Iran could pose a bigger problem still for Israel’s defences. Middle East crisis – live updates As Israel’s conflict with Hezbollah ...World - The Guardian - October 14 -
EU markets watchdog pushes for extra cyber defences in new crypto rules
Esma asks for amendment to tighten regulation with demand for external audits of defences against hackersWorld - Financial Times - October 16 -
Airbus to cut up to 2,500 jobs at defence and space unit
Planned reductions are a response to cost increases and stiffening competitionBusiness - Financial Times - October 16 -
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Investing in Ukraine’s homegrown defence industry could help the west
A creative approach to supporting the country would look at its military start-up sceneBusiness - Financial Times - October 18 -
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Ukraine war briefing: G7 defence ministers pledge ‘unwavering support’ for Ukraine
Mixed reaction to Zelenskyy’s ‘victory plan’; Video purportedly shows North Korean recruits collecting Russian military fatigues. What we know on day 970. See all our Russia-Ukraine war ...World - The Guardian - October 20 -
Defence groups bet big on drone-destroying laser weapons
Leading contractors, including RTX in the US, the UK’s QinetiQ, and Europe’s MBDA, are investing heavily in the technologyBusiness - Financial Times - October 22 -
Strike on Iran will make world understand Israel’s might, says defence minister
Yoav Gallant says his country still intends to strike back in response to 1 October missile attack by Tehran. Planned airstrikes on Iran will make the world understand Israel’s military might, the ...World - The Guardian - October 23 -
Turkey strikes in Syria and Iraq after attack on defence firm near Ankara
Airstrikes launched against suspected Kurdish militant targets after PKK blamed for Tusaş attack. Turkey has launched airstrikes against suspected Kurdish militant targets in Syria and Iraq after ...World - The Guardian - October 24 -
Satellite images show Israel bolstering defences on Syria border
Digging of new trench in Israel-occupied Golan Heights comes as IDF prepares against potential threats from war-torn neighbourBusiness - Financial Times - October 24 -
Carlyle drops bid for Thyssenkrupp defence unit over Berlin indecision
US firm faced government reluctance over private equity involvement in German naval vessel makerBusiness - Financial Times - October 25 -
England’s Jess Carter insists Germany loss came at ‘perfect time’
Disorganised Lionesses conceded three first-half goals Georgia Stanway: ‘It’s a process. This is still a step forward’ Jess Carter believes England’s chaotic 4-3 defeat against Germany came at ...World - The Guardian - October 26 -
Luxury, defence and construction companies hit by French tax hike
Chief executives warn that Michel Barnier’s plan will reverse Emmanuel Macron’s business-friendly reformsBusiness - Financial Times - October 27 -
Iran’s defence budget set to soar as regional tensions rise
Recommendation to parliament for substantial increase in military spending comes after recent exchange of fire with IsraelWorld - Financial Times - October 29 -
Why EU defence and security policy will stay in the hands of capitals
Also in this newsletter: wading into France’s budget messWorld - Financial Times - October 30
