Breaking news: Reaction to conclusion of Pte Gavin Williams inquest
...we can to prevent such a tragedy occurring in the future, for which we are truly sorry. Follow us on Twitter and don’t forget to sign up for email alerts....
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Breaking news: Army deploys to support flood relief efforts
...always ready to assist in such emergencies and one company from 2nd Battalion Duke of Lancaster's Regiment (2LANCS), based in Weeton Barracks near Preston, was deployed to help to build...
Breaking news: MOD statement on British forces in Helmand
There is reporting that British forces are assisting the Afghan National Defence and Security Forces in Sangin, Helmand province, Afghanistan.
Defence Secretary and General Messenger on air strikes in Syria
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...prevent ISIL expanding further in Syria; they can relieve the pressure on opposition forces; and they can enhance the prospect of political negotiations leading to a new and more secure...
British Forces rescue cruise passenger injured in South Atlantic
...Sergei Vavilov was visiting South Georgia, 800 nautical miles to the east of the Falklands, when the man was bitten by what is thought to have been a fur seal...
Defence Secretary statement on Sinjar
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Michael Fallon, Secretary of State for Defence and MOD News Team, Posted on:
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The Defence Secretary Michael Fallon visits Turkey today where he is meeting the Turkish Prime Minister, the Chief of the General Staff and the Foreign and Defence Ministers. Speaking from Ankara, he said: We continue our work to degrade and …
Breaking news: former soldier arrested in connection with Bloody Sunday
...We are aware an ex-soldier has been arrested by the Police Service of Northern Ireland in connection with their investigation into the events of Bloody Sunday. It would be inappropriate...
Latest government statement on migrants in Cyprus
14 of the 115 migrants being held in a transit facility on a military base in Cyprus have now been moved into accommodation in Cyprus. Read the latest statement below.
Latest government statement on migrants in Cyprus
There is continued media coverage of the migrants who arrived in Cyprus earlier this week. Read the latest government position below. A Government spokesperson said: We have been clear that...
Latest government statement on migrants in Cyprus
...it will not allow a new migrant route to open up to the UK. We will continue to work closely with the Cypriot authorities. Follow us on Twitter and don’t...