UK defence spending

The first minister seems keen to avoid undermining the UK's positions on defence.

Nato's 32 members have agreed a new commitment to spend 5% of GDP on defence and security by 2035.

Downing Street says the move is "the biggest strengthening of the UK's nuclear posture in a generation".

A strategy document says an "all-of-society effort" is required to make the UK more secure.

As buildings burn in Tehran and Tel Aviv, the UK government is facing another crisis, writes Laura Kuenssberg.

The total spend may be enormous, writes Laura Kuenssberg, but fears it could be “painful” for some remain.

Some may ask if Mark Rutte's proposal to deter Russian aggression has at least a little to do with appeasing the US president, writes Jonathan Beale.

Welsh businesses supplying the military hope increased defence spending will lead to more contracts.