Day: 23 March 2011

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Libyan Air Force neutralised

The RAF’s commander of the air operations over Libya, Air Vice-Marshal Greg Bagwell, has reported that the Libyan Air Force ‘no longer exists as a fighting force’.

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Libyan air force neutered

By Sharon Black

The RAF’s commander of the air operations over Libya, Air Vice Marshal Greg Bagwell, has reported that the Libyan air force “no longer exists as a fighting force.”

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Success boosts Brit-trained Afghan soldiers

By Sharon Black

British troops operating in one of the most contested areas of Helmand province are celebrating the success of the first major mission to be carried out, independently, by the Afghan soldiers they train.

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Royal Engineers’ bridge connects rural communities in Helmand

By Sharon Black

A new crossing built by the Royal Engineers, which fords one of southern Helmand’s largest waterways, has proven to be a major success with commuters, providing a lifeline to rural communities.

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Royal Engineers’ bridge connects rural communities in Helmand

By Sharon Black

A new crossing built by the Royal Engineers, which fords one of southern Helmand’s largest waterways, has proven to be a major success with commuters, providing a lifeline to rural communities.

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Two soldiers from 1st Battalion Irish Guards killed in Afghanistan

By Sharon Black

It is with great sadness that the Ministry of Defence must announce that two soldiers from 1st Battalion Irish Guards were killed in Afghanistan on Wednesday 23rd March 2011.

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HMS Westminster supports Libya operations

By Sharon Black

HMS Westminster is currently patrolling off the coast of Libya and stands ready to support any humanitarian or embargo actions as required by the coalition to enforce UN Security Council Resolution (UNSCR) 1973.

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MOD looks at sustainability during Climate Week

By Sharon Black

The Ministry of Defence is joining other government departments, companies, charities, schools, local councils and other organisations in the UK’s first national event to inspire people to combat climate change.

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