Lithuania is rapidly bolstering its civil‐defence infrastructure and revising its rules of engagement in response to alarming incursions by drones along its border skies, developments that underscore emerging challenges for security providers across Europe. Recent drone sightings over Lithuania and neighbouring countries have stoked fears of escalation, prompting the Lithuanian government to urgently expand and [...]
At precisely 3 pm on Sunday, 7 September 2025, millions of mobile phones across the UK came alive with a loud, overriding 10-second siren, accompanied by a vibration and a clear message: “This is a test of Emergency Alerts—this is only a drill.” This nationwide test of the government’s Emergency Alerts system was designed to emulate a [...]
Last weekend, I watched Survivors: The Spectre of Threads at the Showroom Cinema, Sheffield, the world premiere documentary at Sheffield Film Festival. The film delves into the making of the 1984 docudrama Threads, a harrowing depiction of nuclear devastation in Sheffield that left an indelible mark on generations. Through intimate interviews and emotional recollections from cast, crew, [...]
Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn, a member of the Thai Royal family, has ordered urgent construction of bomb shelters in the Nam Yuen district of Ubon Ratchathani, a city close of the Thai-Cambodian border, addressing riding safety concerns for border communities. Villagers previously had to take refuge in drainage pipes and under bridges during emergencies, highlighting [...]
Did you know that at The Panic Room Company we have a range of technical and specialist services in the field of civilian protection and nuclear shelter consultancy? If you are considering building your own private nuclear shelter, we have specialist services to assist with this. Through the engagement of consultants trained at the Home Office Civil Defence [...]
Ukraine is confronting increasing threats as Russia escalates its military aggression and cyber operations, while Ukrainian intelligence services, supported by international partnerships, strive to counteract these challenges. On the 10th of June 2025, Russia launched one of its most significant air assaults on Kyiv, deploying over 300 drones and missiles. The attack resulted in at least [...]
Prime Minister Keir Starmer has unveiled a comprehensive defence spending plan, aiming to position the UK military at "war-fighting readiness" in response to escalating global threats. Speaking in Glasgow, Starmer emphasized the necessity for the UK to prepare for conflict to effectively deter it, highlighting the persistent threat posed by Russia. He outlined three primary objectives for [...]
In Wroclaw, Poland, civilians are actively participating in military training sessions, preparing for potential conflict with Russia. These sessions, known as "Train with the Army", are oversubscribed, reflecting a national surge in readiness. Participants, ranging from young adults to seniors, are learning essential skills such as firearm handling, first aid, and gas mask usage. Captain Adam [...]
The European Union has urged citizens to stockpile enough food and other essential supplies to sustain them for at least 72 hours in recent news. In new guidance from Wednesday, the European Commission emphasised the need for Europe to foster a culture of preparedness. This relates to the current ongoing conflict in Ukraine and the [...]
The Doomsday Clock is now 89 seconds to midnight, the closest the world has ever been to global disaster. The Science and Security Board sends a stark signal: a single second closer to midnight should be taken seriously as an indication of extreme danger and every second closer to midnight is a delay in reversing [...]