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How RAF Aircraft Are Refuelled During Operations
Forces News has been granted special access into how aircraft at RAF Akrotiri are kept fuelled and ready for operations.
Robertson issues stark warning on state of UK defence
Government adviser and Strategic Defence Review co-author Lord Robertson criticises the state of the Armed Forces, blaming the Government for spending money on welfare while spending too little on defence
Carrier USS Gerald R Ford spends 295 days at sea
The USS Gerald R Ford has passed a major milestone, having been deployed for longer than any other US aircraft carrier since the Vietnam War
Government working 'flat out' to deliver Defence Investment Plan
The UK defence industry continues to wait for the publication of the government's Defence Investment Plan (DIP). Asked about when businesses can expect to see the DIP, Luke Pollard said that the government was working "flat out" to deliver it.
Students in demand as Putin seeks more recruits
Students across Russia are being offered large financial incentives to join drone units fighting in Ukraine, while companies in some regions have been given quotas to sign up workers for the army
Spitfire veteran meets up with aircraft on round-Britain tour
Spitfire pilot Douglas Seale has been reunited with the type he flew during the Second World War. This particular aircraft is touring Britain to celebrate 90 years since the prototype first took to the sky in 1936
World champions, now the hunted: RAF Red Rose hopes to continue England's dominant run
Amy Cokayne lifts lid on new England leadership role, her Inter Service status and a women's Lions tour
New layers added to Cyprus defence, says commander
Commander of British Forces Cyprus Major General Tom Bewick said the already multi-layered defence at RAF Akrotiri has been bolstered with additional layers to protect against the Iranian drone threat.
Sovereign Base Areas not in question, Al Carns says
The Armed Forces Minister told BFBS Forces News that the UK must engage with its Cypriot partners to ensure the 1.5 million British tourists that visit the island every year are safe.
The Spitfire: A look at the legend 90 years on
As the Spitfire celebrates 90 years since it made its maiden flight, pilot Matt Jones explains the evolution of Britain's best-know warplane and what made it so great
Amy Cokayne looks ahead to Red Roses' Six Nations campaign
RAF Rugby Union's Amy Cokayne speaks to BFBS Sport as the Red Rose prepares to serve as vice-captain at the 2026 Guinness Women's Six Nations this weekend.














































