Nato needs to be prepared for an Arctic showdown – but are the UK Armed Forces ready?
Climate change has reshaped the Arctic's borders and tensions have risen, and while the UK may not be an Arctic state, it is still affected.
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Equestrian Gunner Charlotte Pudge sees off RAF challenger to win Forces showjumping final
A speedy final run saw Gnr Pudge just pip Flight Lieutenant Michelle Randall to this trophy.
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D-Day One of Britain's last remaining D-Day heroes, 100, gets surprise birthday party
Army veteran Mervyn Kersh thought he was going out for a quiet lunch, only to be surprised by 100 people.
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Islamic State US armed forces kill Islamic State leader Abu Yusif in precision strike in Syria
The US Central Command said the attack in eastern Syria killed the Islamic State leader and another ISIS operative.
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Navy Royal Navy warships return home in time for Christmas following busy deployments
Sister ships HMS Portland and Iron Duke return to the UK after completing a full schedule from Norway to Estonia.
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Ukraine Sitrep: Could 2025 be the year UK personnel have boots on the ground in Ukraine?
Resident expert Professor Michael Clarke has been looking into the Sitrep crystal ball at what could happen in 2025.
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Navy HMS Albion and Bulwark's crews reassigned to other duties, minister confirms
Defence Procurement Minister Maria Eagle says some Royal Navy personnel will remain on post until the final disposal of the vessels.
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RAF Red Arrows end 2024 with incredible nine-aircraft flight above RAF Waddington
This was the first time all nine pilots had trained together, having welcomed two new members to the team ahead of the 2025 display season.
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Tri-Service Military leaders send festive message of thanks to personnel and families for Christmas
In a message recorded by BFBS Forces News, Admiral Sir Tony Radakin wished a Happy Christmas to all personnel and those who support them.
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Ukraine Why Ukraine refuses to lower its draft age to combat Russia's huge supply of troops
Should Ukraine's president lower the age of conscription from 25 to 18 years to reinforce his Armed Forces?
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Navy Head of the Armed Forces reveals unflattering nickname he had as an officer cadet
Admiral Sir Tony Radakin, the Chief of the Defence Staff, made the admission during a visit to Britannia Royal Naval College in Dartmouth.
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Navy Royal Navy welcomes next generation of officers at last passing out parade of 2024
More than 130 cadets from eight nations completed the initial officer training course which turns civilians into junior naval officers.
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Weapons and Kit What are the rules for flying your drone in airspace near to military bases like Cosford?
As more members of the public own drones, more drones are being mistakenly flown in restricted areas, like military-controlled zones.
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Ukraine Ukrainian rowers restart their Atlantic challenge with damaged and patched-up boat
The Ukrainians were part of a team containing former Royal Marines before they had to be rescued just days into the challenge.
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Aircraft Royal Australian Air Force receives final F-35 jets to roughly double number of UK's fleet
It is projected that by the end of the calendar year, the UK will have taken ownership of 37 F-35 aircraft compared with the RAAF's 72.
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Ukraine Healey visits Kyiv as UK unveils latest military aid package to Ukraine worth £225m
Defence Secretary John Healey announced the latest aid package during his visit to Kyiv.