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Navy head visits Royal Marines in Afghanistan

The most senior officer in the Royal Navy, the First Sea Lord, has paid a flying visit to 40 Commando Royal Marines in Afghanistan while on a tour to receive an overview of military operations.

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Defence Secretary visits Afghanistan as changeover of British brigades begins

By Sharon Black

The Secretary of State for Defence, Philip Hammond, has paid a visit to Afghanistan where he received an update on operations on the ground as the UK prepares to reduce its force levels in the country by 500 troops.

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Duke of Kent visits for British troops in Helmand

By Sharon Black

His Royal Highness, the Duke of Kent has paid a special visit to British soldiers serving in Afghanistan.

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Duke of Kent visits British troops in Helmand

By Sharon Black

His Royal Highness, the Duke of Kent has paid a special visit to British soldiers serving in Afghanistan.

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Foreign Secretary pays tribute to UK forces in Afghanistan

By Sharon Black

The UK’s Foreign Secretary, William Hague, has paid tribute to the skills and sacrifices of British troops serving in Afghanistan during a visit to the country this week.

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Head of UK’s Armed Forces visits troops in Helmand

By Sharon Black

The Chief of the Defence Staff, General Sir David Richards, has paid a surprise visit to British forces serving in Helmand province, Afghanistan.

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Dr Fox thanks Malta for assistance with Libya evacuations

By Sharon Black

Secretary of State for Defence Dr Liam Fox has paid tribute to the Maltese Government and its people for their assistance in evacuating stranded British citizens and foreign nationals from Libya.

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Royal Engineers commander working in Helmand praises unit’s hometown for support

By Sharon Black

The Commanding Officer of a Woodbridge-based Army unit currently deployed in Afghanistan has paid tribute to the town, praising the local community as ‘the envy of many a regiment’.