UK extends commitment to fight violent extremism in the Sahel
Three RAF Chinooks and 100 personnel will remain in Mali as UK extends its commitment to supporting French counter-terrorism operation read more
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Defence Secretary praises UK defence industry partnership
Defence Secretary Ben Wallace has praised the MOD’s partnership with Britain’s defence industry, which is rising to meet the challenges of maintaining critical output during the coronavirus pandemic. read more
Royal Navy joins NATO allies on major maritime exercise in the Baltic Sea region
Royal Navy Type 23 frigate HMS Kent has joined 19 nations on the US-led Baltic Operations (BALTOPS) exercise. read more
Armed Forces announce launch of first Cyber Regiment in major modernisation
A new Cyber Regiment has been launched to protect frontline operations from digital attack as Defence continues its modernisation to combat the threats of tomorrow, Defence Secretary Ben Wallace today announces. read more
RAF jets in Lithuania intercept Russian aircraft
Royal Air Force Typhoon fighter jets deployed to Lithuania have conducted their first intercept of Russian aircraft as part of the NATO Baltic Air Policing mission. read more