As the UK strengthens its role in Nato, key officers are reshuffled to meet the moment 🎙️Lt Gen Sir Simon Mayall, former Deputy Chief of Defence Staff, tells all about the jobs and people involved 🎧Latest #BFBSSitrep |🔗 youtu.be/3t0WaG6WxbI?...

Explosions continue in Tehran as US-Israeli strikes and Iranian counterattacks spread across the Middle East Trump warns Iran of retaliation “20 times harder” if the Strait of Hormuz is blocked, while the UK prepares to deploy HMS Dragon. For more🔗⬇️ forcesnews.com/epic-fury

Delay has consequences and pressure is building for small and medium-sized defence firms This week's Sitrep speaks to Brad Hayward, former RAF engineering officer, about what uncertainty means for innovation, cashflow and capability 🎧Listen LIVE🔴| 18:30 UKT | BFBS Radio

Preparing for Arctic flying🥶 🚁Dutch and British pilots have completed intensive sorties over Salisbury Plain They are preparing to operate on Nato's northern flank together next year 📸Royal Navy Find out more⬇️ www.forcesnews.com/services/nav...

"We test every element of our nuclear arsenal"🗣️ Following Trump's comments, nuclear testing will begin again. Ex-White House Advisor on Nuclear Policy Jon Wolfsthal reiterates that testing is already done and is more than sufficient 🎧BFBSSitrep🔴| Thursday 18:30 UKT | BFBSRadio

A tough test for the Army U23s🏉 They were well beaten 57-21 by a Rams RFC development side 🏆Lessons learned as they set their sights on the Inter-Services Championship next month Full match report➡️ brnw.ch/21wWoks

"Hopefully, more of these girls will grow up and become Red Roses as well"🌹🗣️ 🏆The RAF's #RedRoses World Cup winner, Flt Lt Amy Cokayne, met with young players at Mansfield Rugby Club, hoping to inspire the next generation 🏉She said she's not ruling out playing in 2029

"Dreadful. Patronising and insulting"🗣️ US Secretary of Defense, Pete Hegseth told America's top officers they must end a "poisonous culture of risk aversion". BFBS Sitrep separates the warfighting logic from the culture-war politics Listen in full🔗 youtu.be/SyX8-vx4bSs?...

"Where do we set the cursor in terms of risk tolerance, awareness and aversion?"🗣 💪From fitness standards to rules of engagement, US Secretary Pete Hegseth promises changes 💬Maj Gen(retd) Chip Chapman joins #BFBSSitrep to discuss the fallout 🎧LIVE🔴18:30 UKT BFBS Radio

Par-tee time!🎉⛳ 🏆The GB team earlier this week beat the USA and won the #SimpsonCup 🎉It was a resounding victory for the home team and one that saw almost two-thirds of the leaderboard turn blue 🤠The Simpson cup travels to Texas next year

Princess Anne meets Ukrainian veterans returning from the frontline The Princess Royal made an unexpected visit to Ukraine, where she also met with President Zelensky to discuss the UK's support for Ukraine and its ongoing resistance

Russia is ramping up pressure on the Nato Alliance, testing its resolve to act with increasing numbers of airborne incursions. ✈️Nato jets have only taken down Russian drones. But what are the rules if a Western pilot decides to shoot down a Russian jet? 🤔Is the Alliance finally losing patience?

Electromagnetic launch in action⚡️ 🚢Meet China's next-gen carrier tech ✈️With the potential to achieve acceleration forces of 14 Gs Read more🔗 www.forcesnews.com/china/chinas-aircraft-launch-using-electromagnetic-catapult-what-it-means-aircraft-carriers

A stunning first for the Red Arrows🤩 ✈️For the first time, the Royal Air Force Aerobatic Team visited Montenegro 🤝The visit celebrated the strong relationship between Montenegro and the United Kingdom, including in defence

Chile's good boys reporting for duty🫡🐾 🐶Chilean Armed Forces paid tribute to the army that helped gain independence, with some 4-legged guests

Heroes remembered✈️🌹 Earlier this week, Glasgow marked the Battle of Britain and the anniversary of 602 Squadron with a special cathedral service. This was to remember and honour bravery in the skies⛪️ 🔗www.forcesnews.com/services/raf/battle-britain-remembered-602-squadron-marks-100-years-service

"It's a lot of weight"🗣️💂‍♂️ Don't forget the work that goes into coordination and getting in sync on parade. Ahead of Trump's State Visit to the UK earlier this week, members of the Armed Forces were very busy rehearsing a welcome. So how do ensigns prepare for a state visit?🧐

Warships from nine nations, including JS Kaga and HMS Dauntless, took part in a multinational photex. Operation Highmast reaches the halfway mark and moves its focus to Asia🗺️ 📸MOD

Targets identified, AI Drones ready to swarm🎯🛰 📡Swarms of drones controlled by artificial intelligence appear poised to be adopted by armed forces worldwide in the months and years to come. Read more🔗www.forcesnews.com/technology/ai-powered-swarms-pick-their-own-targets-mark-future-drone-warfare

Making waves at DSEI UK 2025🛳 👀A closer look at the Gemini and Orca in action 🌊Some cutting-edge maritime kit was demonstrated outside the Excel

Op Highmast from the flight deck👀🤩 ✈️UK and Japan fighter jets soar together over the Pacific 🚢HMS Prince of Wales continues to lead the way, as the Carrier Strike Group now focuses on Asia 📸MOD 🔗Latest from CSG25 www.forcesnews.com/csg25-index

The Irish Guards' mascot led the way for the 125th anniversary💂‍♂️🥁 Seamus the Wolfhound marched the Guards through the streets of Bangor as they reflected on their history stretching back to 1900🐕 Watch them march with pride⬇️

The art of Animal Packing is alive and well🐎🐴 We travelled to the US Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Center in California to find out why US Marines still use animals in war. Watch in FULL here🔗⬇️ youtu.be/g99lAE6FGU4?...

Marking the conclusion of Estonian deployment🫡🏅 Troops from 1 Mercian joined French counterparts for a medals parade, following the end of the battlegroup's deployment. The Royal Tank Regiment are set to replace the Mercians on #OpCabrit.

Bergeron brilliance✨🏉 There was late drama in the 2025 International Defence Rugby Competition final as Mélanie Bousquet's try saw France take the win away from a heartbroken Fiji at Kingsholm Stadium. England Rugby World Cup Winner Rocky Clark picked out her final star performer 🤩👏

Military Mules🫏 When it comes to carrying troops and equipment, nothing beats the mighty mule. We got a first-hand look at the US Marines' Mule School, where some mules loved stealing the limelight💋🔗https://www.forcesnews.com/news/exclusive-behind-scenes-us-military-mule-school-california

Check out the latest BFBS #ForcesNews daily download: 🔵Putin warns Western troops in Ukraine will be a legitimate Russian target ⚪️MPs warn Strategic Defence Review targets for reserves and cadets lack clarity 🟡UK and Norway sign £10bn defence deal

Money gained from seized Russian assets has been recycled into more than £1bn of weapons and military support for Ukraine, says Defence Secretary John Healey💬💸 🔗www.forcesnews.com/ukraine/uk-hands-ukraine-more-munitions-past-50-days-security-guarantee-talks-ramp

Brooch gift marks Queen's commitment to 4th Battalion, The Ranger Regiment📿 As Royal Colonel of the 4th Battalion, The Ranger Regiment, Queen Camilla was presented with the Mappin and Webb piece. Delighted with the gift, she said: "It's so lovely, I'll go and put it on."

"The world has a choice between peace and war, but China is preparing for war"🗣️ Professor Michael Clarke joined this week's BFBS Sitrep to offer his reaction to the military parade in China this week. 🎧Listen LIVE🔴18:30 UKT BFBS Radio