Defence in the media: 13 March 2016

...also suggests that 15 members of the British Special Forces are working in an advisory role to help the government. IMAGE OF THE DAY An international, multi-service team led by...
...also suggests that 15 members of the British Special Forces are working in an advisory role to help the government. IMAGE OF THE DAY An international, multi-service team led by...
...that around 60 veterans diagnosed with mesothelioma after being exposed to asbestos during their time in service will benefit. An editorial in the paper welcomes the news, saying it is...
...launched its first air strike in northern Syria from Turkey on Monday, according to the Pentagon, ahead of what Ankara has said would soon be a “comprehensive battle” against ISIL....
...returning from the country have accused the Government of acting “irrationally”. Somalia At least six civilians and four militants have been killed in an attack on two hotels in the...
This morning’s broadcast and newspaper headlines include news of changes to the FCO’s travel advice for Tunisia, and further analysis of the Chancellor’s budget proposals.
...Middle East. Srebrenica genocide The Guardian and The Telegraph report that Russia has vetoed a British-drafted United Nations resolution condemning the 1995 Srebrenica massacre as a "crime of genocide". The...
...overseas. This comes as Tunisia declares a 30-day state of emergency to enable security forces greater freedom to track down and combat terrorist groups in the country. Also in the...
Today sees further reporting of the Defence Secretary’s comments made in the House yesterday with coveragedebating whether military action against ISIL militants should be extended to Syria. Corporal Stewart McLaughlin...
...has delivered real improvements. Over 5,000 people joined the Army Reserve during 2014/15 compared with around 3000 the previous year. Image of the day The repatriation of the first eight...
...Facebook and Twitter to spread 'lies' to help fight Isil. The article goes on to suggest that General Barrons has said that the West is lagging behind Isil, which is...