Fewer Russian jets testing Nato airspace in 2023 compared with previous year
Most of the interceptions in 2023 took place over the Baltics due to Nato having sent additional airborne capabilities to the region.
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Ukraine How the Ukraine war could unfold over the next 12 months
With the full-scale conflict with Russia about to enter its third calendar year, Forces News has taken a look at what might happen in 2024.
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Ukraine Thirteen killed, dozens wounded as Russia launches huge drone and missile attack across Ukraine
Officials say social and critical infrastructure was targeted in the attacks, having predicted a large-scale strike on its energy systems.
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Ukraine MOD says Russian warship was completely destroyed in strike, despite Moscow's denials
The UK says the Russian landing ship Novocherkassk had probably been carrying an explosive cargo and suffered a massive secondary blast.
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Ukraine Air defence munitions among final $250m US aid package for Ukraine this year
The latest US military aid package could be the last as talks in Congress over more funding for Kyiv have met resistance from Republicans.
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Ukraine No stalemate: Shapps welcomes news that Ukraine hit Russian ship in strike on Black Sea port
The Defence Secretary says the successful Ukrainian strike is proof that the war with Russia has not reached a stalemate, as some claim.
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Ukraine Ukrainian combat pilots learn to fly F-16 fighter jets after training with the RAF
The Ukrainian pilots variously underwent basic flying and aviation-related English language training with the Royal Air Force.
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Ukraine Ukraine's first Christmas on 25 December for over 100 years despite Russian shelling
Moscow launched 31 drones and 2 missiles at Ukraine overnight, with both targeting the south of the country.
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Army Starmer thanks British troops deployed near Russian border during Christmas visit
The defence of the UK starts in Ukraine, the Labour leader tells Armed Forces personnel during his visit to Estonia
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Ukraine Ukraine claims to have shot down three Russian fighter aircraft
President Volodymyr Zelensky and military officials said their forces had taken down Su-34 fighter-bomber jets.
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Ukraine Ukraine support and coronation among 2023 standouts for defence chiefs
A particular highlight for all the Armed Forces chiefs was their role in the UK's continued support of Ukraine in its conflict with Russia.
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Ukraine Europe will rise to challenge if US support for Ukraine stalls, former commander says
Europe has surpassed the US with its total military contribution to Ukraine, and one retired general says it hasn't even got started yet.
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Ukraine Ukraine, defence reviews and more: Predicting what 2024 has in store for defence
General Sir Richard Barrons gives his predictions for the issues that might affect the UK's Armed Forces on the latest BFBS Sitrep podcast.
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Ukraine See what kit Britain is issuing to Ukrainian troops as they head to the frontline this winter
Major Andy Tang outlines what items of clothing and personal equipment Ukrainian troops are being given as part of Operation Interflex.
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Ukraine British troops give Ukrainian soldiers a festive send-off ahead of return to frontline
After five weeks of leadership training with the British Army, junior NCOs with the Ukrainian armed forces prepare to return to the war.
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Ukraine West in dangerous territory due to falling commitment to Ukraine, ministers told
Scottish National Party MP Dave Doogan believes the West is losing interest in Ukraine, which is what Vladimir Putin has been counting on.