'Living legend' Gurkha veteran celebrates 106th birthday
The Gurkha Welfare Trust's AWC Bagmati team joined Dhan Bahadur Baje at his home, with his family members and neighbours.
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Middle East UK will take 'proportionate action' if Houthis keep threatening Red Sea shipping
The UK and 11 other nations issue a joint statement warning the Houthis will 'bear the responsibility' if they continue to threaten lives.
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Veterans WW2 veteran sailor, 104, receives perfect birthday gift
George Pearson served as an aircraft maintainer/engineer in the war, including service aboard carrier HMS Illustrious.
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Sea vessels UK's largest warship HMS Prince of Wales welcomes new commanding officer
The Queen Elizabeth-class aircraft carrier's crew bid farewell to former CO Captain Hewitt OBE.
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Ukraine Russia thought to be changing approach as missile strikes on Ukraine intensify
Ukraine's armed forces claim to have successfully destroyed many Russian missiles and drones, despite the increase in the number of attacks.
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Arctic/Antarctic Polar ex-Marine adventurer reflects on mental and physical toil of the Antarctic
Former Royal Marine Sam Cox details his physical and mental outlook after being forced to abandon his world record attempt in the Antarctic.
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Ukraine PM Sunak vows further deliveries of lethal aid after 'barbaric' Russian airstrikes in Ukraine
The Prime Minister and Ukraine's president Volodymyr Zelensky discussed how the UK would continue its support into 2024.
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Navy Deploy HMS Queen Elizabeth to the Red Sea now, ex-Navy commander says
Speaking to Forces News, Tom Sharpe, a former Royal Navy commander, asked: 'If not now, then when?'
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Sea vessels No plans to send additional assets to patrol Red Sea, UK Government says
In December, Britain joined a US-led international coalition to protect commercial shipping sailing through the region.
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Ukraine Two ex-Royal Navy minehunters destined for Ukraine denied access by Turkey
The government in Ankara claims allowing the vessels passage through its waters would put Turkey in breach of an international agreement.
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Middle East US naval task groups sail in formation in Mediterranean amid tension in Red Sea region
Houthi rebels have been causing chaos to international trade routes, with the United States and United Kingdom promising direct action.
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Navy HMS Protector waves goodbye to Sir David Attenborough as she sets off for Antarctica
The Royal Navy's ice patrol ship leaves the Falkland Islands as she heads off for her latest deployment to Antarctica.
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Middle East RFA ship Lyme Bay delivers first-of-its-kind UK shipment of life-saving aid for Gaza
Eighty-seven tonnes of aid for the people of Gaza was delivered by the Royal Fleet Auxiliary ship in the first maritime delivery by the UK.
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News Archbishop of Canterbury praises military and their coronation role in New Year address
Archbishop honours Armed Forces in a New Year's message from RAF Brize Norton, acknowledging sacrifices and calling for peace in 2024.
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Nato Thousands of troops on standby as British Army takes lead of Nato rapid response force
In 2024, VJTF land forces will comprise some 6,000 troops, with the UK's 7th Light Mechanised Brigade Combat Team - the Desert Rats - at the ...
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Sport Athletes in the Armed Forces: Five talented people to watch out for in 2024
Take a look at which forces athletes you should keep your eye on in 2024.