Reaction to conclusion of Pte Cheryl James inquest
A coroner has recorded a conclusion of suicide at the inquest into the death of Private Cheryl James.
Reactive statements and rebuttal from the Ministry of Defence
A coroner has recorded a conclusion of suicide at the inquest into the death of Private Cheryl James.
Of note in the newspapers today, it is reported that RAF jets have launched six times to intercept 17 Russian aircraft in just over a week.
Today’s news of interest for defence includes reports of a First World War submarine reportedly being found off the coast of Sardinia and protected status being given to war graves at the centenary of the Battle of Jutland.
Defence-related coverage in UK national newspapers today includes reports that a manufacturer is set to win a MOD contract to develop the Spear 3 missile, securing 700 jobs.
Among today’s stories is Prince Harry’s speech at the Invictus Games opening ceremony, and the tragic news of the death of a soldier in Wales.
In defence-related news, there is coverage following yesterday’s Arms Export Committee hearing and more on the UK’s latest activity against Daesh.
An Army spokesperson said:
Broadcast headlines this morning lead with the news from yesterday that more than 70 people have been killed in a suicide attack in Pakistan. There is also continued reporting that Syrian President Bashar al-Assad has welcomed the recapture of Palmyra …
Today’s broadcast bulletins lead with reporting that the Syria truce agreement which came into effect last night seems to have held so far.
A range of defence stories are in the news today.