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HMS Prince of Wales sets sail from Portsmouth
The carrier is expected to be at sea for several weeks, likely conducting work-up training ahead of Carrier Strike Group 25.
No armour, no protection but soldiers prefer the Kangoo
While mine-resistant ambush protected vehicles may be the obvious choice for the modern battlefield, vehicles like the Lada Niva and Renault Kangoo are finding favour with Ukrainian forces
D-Day 82: Two 100-year-old veterans return to Normandy
BFBS followed a weekend of commemorations in Normandy, including services on Sword Beach and at the British Normandy Memorial.
Healey highlights the importance of remembrance following 82nd anniversary of the D-Day landings
Speaking exclusively to BFBS Forces News, the defence secretary pointed to the conflict in Europe and the Middle East as a reminder that the "peace they fought for 82 years ago is under threat now".
Former Premier League official becomes first inductee into Army FA Hall of Fame
The soldier has been recognised at this year's British Army FA awards night.
D-Day veterans mark 82nd anniversary of the Normandy landings
Held at the British Normandy Memorial in Ver-sur-Mer, the ceremony was attended by Defence Secretary John Healey and Chief of the Defence Staff Sir Rich Knighton, who laid wreaths at the foot of the memorial in tribute to those who lost their lives.
Normandy veterans reflect on eve of 82nd anniversary of D-Day landings
Two surviving veterans of the campaign – Ken Hay MBE and Henry Rice – attended the memorial service held at Colville-Montgomery near Sword Beach ahead of the 82nd anniversary.
Spain's future queen makes history with parachute training
The heir to the Spanish throne qualified to perform automatic (static-line) parachute jumps at the Mendez Parada Military Parachuting School at Alcantarilla air base in Murcia.
Small car, big adventures in the Isle of Man for HMS Middleton
HMS Middleton's crew had a day to remember as she took on fuel and supplies in the Isle of Man. One of the ship's company got the chance to drive a Peel P50, the world's smallest car.
Ukrainian drones hit oil terminal more than 1,200km from Ukraine
Ukraine has carried out a wave of drone strikes on cities across Russia, with some hitting targets around St Petersburg. International delegates arriving for an economic forum were greeted by plumes of smoke rising over the city.
Funeral held for soldier who died at Royal Windsor Horse Show
Friends, colleagues and senior staff gathered for Lance Bombardier Ciara Sullivan's funeral in Guards' Chapel, Wellington Barracks














































