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.
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Middle East Britain will not hesitate to take further action in Red Sea, insists Defence Secretary
"We are committed to holding malign actors accountable for unlawful seizures and attacks," Grant Shapps says.
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Arctic/Antarctic Polar Preet becomes world's fastest woman to ski to the South Pole solo
Captain Preet Chandi covered the 1,130km of Antarctic ice in 31 days, 13 hours and 19 minutes.
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Forces Charities Founder of Soldiering On Awards passes away following battle with cancer
Wing Commander Tal Lambert-Moore MBE passed away on 28 December after receiving a diagnosis two months ago.
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Space The year ahead: What do the next 12 months hold in store for UK Space Command?
UK Space Command is set to see some major milestones in 2024, not the least of which is the funding of the joint command.
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LGBTQ Transgender ex-RAF navigator honoured by King for contribution to LGBT+ inclusion
Caroline Paige co-founded Fighting With Pride to support the health and wellbeing of LGBT+personnel, veterans and military families.