Exercise Justified Accord: Showcasing fast jets, firepower and our allies in Africa
While the world is focused on Europe and the Middle East, BFBS Forces News reporter Hannah King reminds us that Africa mustn't be forgotten.
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Opinion Armed Forces sexual misconduct cases: Chain of command must be removed
Sarah Atherton says the MOD must ask itself if the military can be trusted to investigate cases of alleged misconduct.
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Army Exclusive: Former defence secretary calls for the size of the Army to rise to 100,000
Sir Gavin was speaking ahead of the Prime Minister's surprise announcement that defence spending would rise to 2.5% from 2027.
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Russia Russia paying in blood and money as Putin counts the cost of invading Ukraine
US defence officials estimate the war in Ukraine has so far cost the Kremlin more than $200bn - in addition to the human cost.
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Army Cymru am Byth! Welsh Guards mark 110 years of proud service across the globe
The regiment was formed in 1915 and has served everywhere from the First World War to the Falklands, Iraq to Afghanistan.
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Ukraine Sacrifice, achievement and courage: Chief of the Defence Staff hails Ukraine
Admiral Sir Tony Radakin expresses his admiration for the bravery of the Ukrainian armed forces three years into the war.
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Tri-Service Defence spending increase prepares UK for war now and in the future, says Carns
The Veterans Minister says the timing is right because we are now living through one of the most fractious periods that he can remember.
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Invictus Games JJ Chalmers reveals Invictus memories from London 2014 to latest Games in Canada
The former Royal Marine sat down with Cath Brazier to discuss his time at the Invictus Games.
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History Visit Victoria Cross gallery at IWM before it's gone, Ashcroft urges public
The Imperial War Museum in London will permanently close the Lord Ashcroft Gallery in June, placing the collection into storage.
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Ukraine Ukraine confirms use of US-made Copperhead laser-guided artillery munition
Developed in the 1970s, the Copperhead is no longer in production, making its appearance in Ukraine unexpected - especially for the enemy.
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Ukraine Ukrainians face danger round every corner as they hone their trench warfare skills
Trench-clearing and casualty evacuation are important components of Operation Interflex as the recruits prepare to fight on the frontline.
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Sport Army shooters Faulkner and Baker win titles at British Open Air Gun Championships
The shooters represent the Army Target Shooting Club and are supported through the Army’s successful Troops to Target (T2T) programme.
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Cricket British Army development cricket team beaten in first matches of UAE tour
They were defeated in a pair of T20 matches against an ECB Blues XI which featured a number of international players.
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Opinion Military leaders have failed to create inclusive culture for women, time for accountability
Former Royal Navy Commodore Steve Prest says challenging unacceptable behaviour isn't woke, it's just what grown-ups do.
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Tri-Service Peace through strength as PM pledges to hit 2.5% GDP defence spending by 2027
The Prime Minister says the nature of warfare has changed, Britons have the right to be secure and peace comes through strength.
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Ukraine UK commits extra £20m to treat and rehabilitate Ukraine's wounded personnel
The UK expands its level of medical support for Ukrainians wounded in the war with Putin's forces and his North Korean allies.