UK renews commitment to NATO missions
The UK will expand its contribution to NATO Mission Iraq, following the Alliance’s decision to scale up the crucial mission at this week’s NATO Defence Ministerial. read more
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A345 ash dieback tree felling completed ahead of schedule
Tree felling, which had been taking place alongside the A345 since November 2020, finished 15 days ahead of schedule. Dangerous and dying trees were removed from about 20 miles of roadside. read more
Royal Navy seizes £11 million worth of drugs in Arabian Sea
Royal Marines supported by the Royal Navy Warship HMS Montrose have intercepted over 2.6 tonnes of illicit drugs. read more
Former personnel discharged over sexuality to have medals restored
The Ministry of Defence has introduced a new policy to allow former Armed Forces personnel who were dismissed from service on the basis of their sexuality to apply to have their medals restored. read more
UK donates 100 vehicles to stop terrorists crossing into Lebanon
The British Army gave 100 Armoured Patrol Vehicles to the Lebanese Armed Forces to help prevent militants crossing its border from Syria. read more