Defence in the media: Tuesday 17 October

...on the ground with the support of the Coalition. Read the latest in the fight against Daesh here. Storm Ophelia There is continued coverage of Storm Ophelia hitting Ireland last...
...on the ground with the support of the Coalition. Read the latest in the fight against Daesh here. Storm Ophelia There is continued coverage of Storm Ophelia hitting Ireland last...
Today's defence news includes speculation that future Red Arrow's jets could be built overseas and the inspiring story of an Afghan former interpreter who lost both legs and his left arm in an explosion whilst on patrol with 1 SCOTS …
...Queen Elizabeth is a once in a generation historical event. To be the first to fly off the carrier, to have a front row seat, would be an absolute privilege....
Today's defence related news includes the announcement that RAF Squadrons will receive battle honours for the valuable role played in Iraq and Libya. RAF Battle Honours The Sun and the...
...goes on to say that the RAF has carried out more than 1500 air strikes against Daesh over the past three years, killing more than 3000 extremists. Read more here....
Today’s defence related news includes coverage of yesterday’s launch of a partnership on mental health between the MOD and the Royal Foundation.
...and looking at how we best spend our rising defence budget to protect our country. No decisions have yet been made and at this stage, any discussion of the options...
...reiterated support to the fight against Boko Haram, including in Channels Television, Arab News and Punch. Minister for the Armed Forces, Mark Lancaster, said: The UK stands united with Nigeria...
Defence news today includes reporting that off-duty British soldiers provided support to those affected by the Las Vegas attack. Las Vegas There is reporting in print and broadcast media today that six off-duty members of the 1st Queen's Dragoon Guards rushed …
Today’s defence-related news includes coverage of yesterday’s RAF Quick Reaction Alert and the rededication of the Second World War Fusilier’s grave 74 years after his death.
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