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British soldiers and US Marines have been working closely for the past six months to improve the capability of the Afghan National Police (ANP).
Her Royal Highness The Duchess of Gloucester joined Type 42 destroyer HMS Gloucester as she sailed back into Portsmouth last week from her seven-month deployment to the South Atlantic.
Current and potential contributors to military operations in Libya underlined their commitment at yesterday’s conference in London to the necessity of military action to implement Unites Nation Security Council Resolutions (UNSCRs) 1970 and 1973, the UK Foreign Secretary said.
Two British Sergeants who served closely with the Estonian Company in northern Nad ‘Ali, Helmand province, for six months have been awarded with the Estonian Army Silver Cross of Merit.
A paratrooper has raised more than £1,200 for charity after running a marathon around his base in Helmand province in his body armour while carrying a general purpose machine gun (GPMG)!
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.
Defence Estates (DE) and the Woodland Trust (WT) have launched a partnership which could see thousands of hectares of woodland planted to help British soldiers train more effectively for military operations, whilst helping to double the UK’s woodland cover.
Defence Estates (DE) has revealed the MOD’s plans for a series of estate procurement industry events, and launched an online directory of potential bidders to assist subcontractors and supply chain companies identify possible commercial opportunities.
Defence Estates (DE) has revealed the MOD’s plans for a series of estate procurement industry events, and launched an online directory of potential bidders to assist subcontractors and supply chain companies identify possible commercial opportunities.
Servicemen and women who have excelled in sports over the past year were recognised at the 25th anniversary of the Combined Services Sports Awards, held at the RAF Club in London this week. Report by Leigh Hamilton.
Hampshire County Council helped organise an event this week aimed at offering people leaving the Armed Forces advice on future careers.
The only medic stationed at the small camp of Tapa Topche, more commonly known as Artillery Hill, outside Gereshk in southern Helmand, is providing essential medical training for Afghan soldiers.
The importance of looking after the families of soldiers serving on operations was the focus of a recent visit to Colchester Garrison by the Minister for the Armed Forces Nick Harvey.
The Royal Navy amphibious landing ship HMS Bulwark has returned to the Royal Navy’s operational fleet and is ready for any tasking worldwide.
The UK’s largest crane, which will be used to help assemble the Royal Navy’s new Queen Elizabeth Class aircraft carriers, passed under the Forth bridges last week on its way to Babcock’s Rosyth dockyard in Fife.
Fuel is a premium asset to troops, especially when the battle tempo is high. Getting it delivered to the patrol bases in Nad ‘Ali presents its own challenges. Report by Ian Carr.
Fuel is a premium asset to troops, especially when the battle tempo is high. Getting it delivered to the patrol bases in Nad ‘Ali presents its own challenges. Report by Ian Carr.
Ex-Manchester City footballer Lee Crooks has made a dramatic transfer from the football pitch to face the front line of operations in Afghanistan as he joins the elite team of the RAF Regiment.
Ex-Manchester City footballer Lee Crooks has made a dramatic transfer from the football pitch to face the front line of operations in Afghanistan as he joins the elite team of the RAF Regiment.
Ex-Manchester City footballer Lee Crooks has made a dramatic transfer from the football pitch to face the front line of operations in Afghanistan as he joins the elite team of the RAF Regiment.
Ex-Manchester City footballer Lee Crooks has made a dramatic transfer from the football pitch to face the front line of operations in Afghanistan as he joins the elite team of the RAF Regiment.
An Emergency Medical Technician in the Territorial Army has swapped the comfort of driving his private ambulance in Norfolk to work at a checkpoint in Helmand province, Afghanistan.
Fuel is a premium asset to troops, especially when the battle tempo is high. Getting it delivered to the patrol bases in Nad ‘Ali presents its own challenges
In award-winning film ‘The King’s Speech’, eagle-eyed film buffs may spot that the RAF’s Halton House has a major supporting role. Report by Lorraine McBride.
Garrison Radio has celebrated its tenth birthday by extending its coverage to a tenth location especially for families whose loved ones are serving in Afghanistan.
Garrison Radio has celebrated its tenth birthday by extending its coverage to a tenth location especially for families whose loved ones are serving in Afghanistan.
The General in charge of ISAF forces in Helmand has spoken about the province’s progression from a Taliban-controlled area to a civil, functioning society one year after Operation MOSHTARAK was launched.