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  • Moving forward with development in Nad 'Ali

    British soldiers and the Head of the District Stabilisation Team show MOD reporter Ian Carr the various development projects they are helping to set up with Afghans in Nad 'Ali following the clearance of the Taliban from the area.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Afghanistan operational air update 30 October 2011

    RAF and Royal Navy personnel conducted numerous missions across southern Afghanistan last week, 24 to 30 October 2011. Here follows an operational update.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Afghan and British forces compete together in 'Helmand Olympics'

    Helmand province witnessed a true sporting spectacular as British military personnel joined the people of Lashkar Gah to host their own version of the Olympic Games.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • PM and President Obama’s press conference

    A transcript of the opening remarks given by Prime Minister David Cameron at the press conference with President Barack Obama at Lancaster House in London on Wednesday 25 May, 2011.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Dambusters arrive home from Afghanistan

    There were emotional scenes at RAF Lossiemouth this week as the 13 crews and 110 engineers of 617 Squadron, 'The Dambusters', were welcomed home from Afghanistan by their families and friends.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Captain Mark Hale, Lance Bombardier Matthew Hatton and Rifleman Daniel Wild killed in Afghanistan

    With deep regret the Ministry of Defence must confirm that Captain Mark Hale and Rifleman Daniel Wild of 2nd Battalion The Rifles and Lance Bombardier Matthew Hatton of 40th Regiment Royal Artillery (The Lowland Gunners) were killed in Afghanistan on...

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  • Troops give Afghan kids kites

    Having suppressed insurgent activity in an Afghan village with frequent joint patrols, British and Afghan troops are now handing out kite kits to local children to help build relationships with the community.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • New Defence Secretary's first trip to Afghanistan

    Defence Secretary Michael Fallon has visited Afghanistan as UK troops work towards the end of combat operations.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • LIBOR fine boost for wounded soldiers

    Chancellor pledges £250,000 donation following his surprise visit to launch the Coldstream Guards three-day cycle ride from London to France.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • TA soldiers get operational training boost

    A fresh approach to training is ensuring that part-time soldiers are equipped with the same skills as their Regular colleagues.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Blogs of war - stories from the front line

    War reporting has changed. These days, we can learn about life and death on the front line from blogs. Lorraine McBride explores the phenomenon.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Royal Marines leave Afghanistan for last time

    The last full Royal Marines commando group to serve in Afghanistan on Operation Herrick is returning to the UK.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • RAF Reaper reaches 20,000 hours over Afghanistan

    The RAF's Remotely Piloted Air System, the Predator MQ-9 Reaper, has notched up a landmark 20,000 operational flying hours over Afghanistan.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Afghanistan: Monthly Progress Report May 2012

    Foreign Secretary William Hague has updated Parliament on the progress made in Afghanistan during May.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Navy Sea Kings complete Afghanistan mission

    The Royal Navy's Commando Sea King Mk4 helicopters have completed their final mission in support of Joint Helicopter Force (Afghanistan) and are now returning to the UK.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • British and Afghan troops patrol remote Helmand area

    The operation, which was planned to show the population the abilities of the Afghan National Security Forces, was led by the Afghan National…

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Delivering diesel in a danger zone

    Fuel is a premium asset to troops, especially when the battle tempo is high. Getting it delivered to the patrol bases in Nad 'Ali presents its own challenges. Report by Ian Carr.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Gaming technology helping UK forces prepare for Afghanistan

    Two years ago, PlayStation-style war games helped soldiers of 5th Battalion The Rifles (5 RIFLES) get ready for their tour of Iraq. Before …

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • British Defence Secretary statement on Kabul incident

    “It is very clear that this was a concerted attempt to disrupt the successful transition. It was designed to disturb the Afghan people’s state and the ability of the Afghan National Security Forces, and it will be unsuccessful on both...

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Royal Marines return from Afghanistan to heroes' welcome

    Royal Marines from M Company of 42 Commando have returned home to a rapturous welcome from friends and family after a successful combat deployment in Afghanistan.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government