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Defence in the media: Sunday 20 August 2017

Posted by: MOD News Team, Posted on: 20 August 2017 - Categories: Army, Legal, Nuclear, Royal Navy
Royal Navy frigate HMS Monmouth has seized £65m of cannabis and heroin from a suspect vessel in the Indian Ocean, dealing a major blow to the funding of terrorism.

Today's defence news includes reporting on nuclear convoy safety, illegal bird trapping in Cyprus, the White Helmets motorcycle display team, and Second World War re-enactment.

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Defence in the Media: 5 February 2017

Posted by: MOD News Team, Posted on: 5 February 2017 - Categories: Defence in the media, Equipment, Personnel
Soldiers take part in hugely realistic and challenging live firing package, fighting through vegetation as they put down a devastating, accurate fire in support of each other.

...are investing £178 billion as the UK steps up globally. We are focused on maintaining an affordable programme and getting the best value for the taxpayer to deliver the cutting-edge...

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