BFBS Forces News

Is the UK equipped to handle large-scale casualties? Two former surgeon generals voiced major concerns during a Defence Medical hearing investigating how military medical services would cope with war🔗⬇️

If a missile hit Britain tomorrow, where would you take shelter? Finland has bunkers for 85% of its population. The UK has no comparable network. 🤔Should Britain be building bomb shelters before it's too late?

Is Britain's population vulnerable to attack? The former Chief of General Staff believes the government need to build new bomb shelters in the midst of a growing Russian threat

AUKUS gathers pace⚓ USS Colorado has been named the first submarine assigned to the AUKUS rotational force in Western Australia, ahead of planned rotations beginning in late 2027🔗⬇️

⚡Lightnings bring the Thunder! British and Norwegian F-35s flank a USAF B-52 bomber over the Norwegian Sea during Exercise Global Thunder Three nations. One formidable formation🔗⬇️

Ready to jump, and looking sharp doing it!🪂 💈From last-minute haircuts to leaping out of A400M aircraft, go behind the scenes with 16 Air Assault Brigade as British and French paratroopers take part in Europe's largest parachute jump in 20 years

"The players' voice has never been more important"🗣️ From RAF weapons technician to the top table of Welsh rugby, Sgt Josh McNally has been named Chairman of the Welsh Rugby Players Association 🏉The Cardiff Rugby lock will represent players at a pivotal time for the game in Wales

"AI never gets tired"🗣️ Could artificial intelligence reshape the future of air combat? RAF Chief Air Marshal Sir Harv Smyth says autonomy will be central to future warfare, but what role will human fighter pilots play?🔗⬇️

🛰️Can the UK military afford to rely on Starlink? Ukraine has raised questions about military access to private-company-run satellite networks With the UK already operating its own Skynet system, does it need another layer of space-based capability?🔗⬇️

From Nato's eastern flank to the High North, our Armed Forces are on the move 👀Explore the stunning images capturing the Royal Navy, Royal Marines, British Army and RAF in action

🎯Target located! The Royal Artillery's new radar can detect enemy threats hidden from view, feeding vital intelligence to troops in Estonia See it working alongside Archer 155mm guns on Nato's eastern flank🔗⬇️

Grappling their way to glory!🥇 🤼‍♂️Royal Navy Brazilian jiu-jitsu has been named Navy Team of the Year after retaining their Inter Services title From competition gold to meeting the King, it's been a standout year on and off the mats🔗⬇️

"Our veterans fear that remembering Afghanistan will be forgotten"🗣️ 🌹Several hundred veterans, along with loved ones, gathered in front of the Bastion Memorial to remember those lost and still suffering after Britain's 20-year campaign in Afghanistan

After 5 days with 3 Para on Exercise Rhino Titan, James Wharton examines whether elite British troops are getting enough hands-on experience with the drone threats reshaping modern warfare 🤔With millions spent on major exercises, are safety restrictions and simulated threats holding back realism?🔗⬇️

🏆Australia conquered. Silverware secured. The Royal Marines are bringing home the Australian Defence National Championship after beating the Army and Air Force, before a draw with the Navy sealed the title🔗⬇️

Britain builds again A new £60m gun barrel factory in Telford marks a major step in restoring the UK's defence manufacturing capability after 20 years of overseas reliance🔗⬇️

At 5'3, RAF Cpl Stephanie Pye proves that strength comes in all sizes💪 🏋️‍♀️Taking on the military weightlifting scene and showing what determination can do🔗⬇️

RAF Typhoons have joined French nuclear-capable Rafales in a simulated nuclear strike for the first time The exercise marks a new step in UK-France nuclear cooperation as both countries respond to growing threats to European security🔗⬇️

Britain is making gun barrels at home for the first time in 20 years The new £60m Telford factory will produce barrels for Challenger 3 tanks and RCH 155 artillery as the UK rebuilds its defence manufacturing capability 🎥See inside the facility⬇️

From the LRDG to the SAS: 80 years on, what's changed, and what hasn't? Technology moves on. The need for stealth, initiative and brotherhood doesn't 🎯Discover the origins of modern special operations🔗⬇️

A new arrival on deck!🚁 HMS Sutherland has welcomed an AgustaWestland AW139 helicopter for the first time during operational sea training off the South Coast See how the Royal Navy warship is putting its adaptability to the test🔗⬇️

"Betrayal", "a witch hunt": The Troubles Bill sparks strong reactions from veterans As the legislation moves to the House of Lords, those who served on Op Banner share their concerns and experiences 🗣️What do you think?🔗⬇️

RAF Chinooks and A400M aircraft are preparing to tackle wildfires from the sky for the first time in the UK The military aircraft will help firefighters reach remote, hard-to-access terrain as the UK prepares for future extreme weather🔗⬇️

"People underestimate me. I show them that being smaller doesn't mean you can't be strong"💪 🏋️At 5'3, RAF Corporal Stephanie Pye is smashing stereotypes, lifting titles and leading the way in military weightlifting

So close, but so cruel🏉 The RAF fought back to lead France late on, but two late tries saw Les Bleus claim a win and extend their unbeaten run to 2017 Read how Le Crunch unfolded🔗⬇️

⚽Three new managers. One mission: RAF football glory The RAF FA names new head coaches for the men's, women's and U23s teams, with Inter Services silverware in their sights Who's ready to make history?

The Troubles Bill: last chance to get it right? MPs back new legislation, but will veterans face repeated investigations? 🎧The latest BFBS Sitrep hears from a Blues and Royals veteran who served at the start of the conflict🔗⬇️

Five months beneath the waves. One submarine, always on patrol 🇬🇧 Discover how the UK's submarine-launched nuclear deterrent has evolved — and how today's crews compare with their predecessors🔗⬇️

The UK must be prepared to make sacrifices to prioritise defence, the Army chief has warned 💬Defence Secretary Wes Streeting says he "fully endorses" Gen Sir Roly Walker's call for a national conversation about defence spending and security🔗⬇️

Could Chinese cars be spying on our military?👀 BFBS Forces News investigates why the MOD's Chinese-made vehicle fleet has grown by 553 in a year, despite security concerns🔗⬇️

"When someone serves, their family serves too"🗣️ 🌺The Royal British Legion's 2026 Poppy Appeal shines a light on the sacrifices Armed Forces families make, and the support they need 🎖️This year's campaign aims to raise £50m+🔗⬇️

🌺From a poem written on the battlefields of WWI to millions of poppies worn today, discover the story behind the Royal British Legion’s iconic symbol of Remembrance 📖Author Julie Summers explores the history of the Poppy Appeal🔗⬇️

How did a single flower become Britain's symbol of remembrance? From the battlefields of the First World War to today's Poppy Appeal, discover the story behind the poppy and how it came to honour those who served and sacrificed🔗⬇️

⚓️A shortage of ships and submarines has left "glaring gaps" in the UK's ability to protect the High North, a Defence Select Committee report warns With Russian activity rising, are critical undersea cables and energy supplies at risk?

Ready before disaster strikes🚢 HMS Trent's crew and specialist teams prepare to deliver emergency aid and practical support when hurricanes hit

Silent, deadly, and at sea for months at a time🇬🇧 Today's Vanguard-class submariners spend five months or more on patrol, maintaining the UK's nuclear deterrent. Their predecessors on Polaris patrols were away for around eight weeks🔗⬇️

Le Crunch!🇫🇷 🏉Seven years of hurt. Could the RAF finally turn the tide against the French Air Force? Watch back the FULL rugby union clash from StoneX Stadium on BFBS Forces News YouTube🔗⬇️

From supporting the fight to taking it on As drone warfare reshapes the battlefield, 101 Operational Sustainment Brigade is rethinking combat training Mechanics and medics aim at FPV drone targets with laser shotguns from a moving vehicle🔗⬇️

Military housing standards under scrutiny🏠 The Government has been defeated in the Lords over calls for better accommodation for service personnel, with peers backing a proposed military homes standard by 259 votes to 173🔗⬇️

"The waste in the UK procurement system is absolutely shocking"🗣️ 💷Lib Dem MP and former Army officer Mike Martin says decades of delays and cost overruns have influenced defence funding and calls for radical MOD procurement reform🔗⬇️

"To return as Red 1 is a tremendous honour"🗣️ ✈️Former Typhoon pilot James Turner is back with the Red Arrows, this time as team leader, with a new display routine to create for 2027 🔴⚪🔵🔗⬇️

⚓More than uniforms and parade drills Sea Cadets is building confidence, friendships and life skills From shy beginners to inspiring young leaders, discover how the experience is shaping futures🔗⬇️

Laser shotguns vs drones! British Army support troops are rethinking combat training, practising how to defend themselves against drone threats while keeping vital supplies moving🔗⬇️

The Troubles Bill clears the Commons by 330 votes to 178, despite fresh warnings over protections for military veterans Will it deliver answers for families while protecting those who served?🔗⬇️

⚓Teamwork at sea! 🌏HMS Tamar puts a New Zealand boarding team through its paces during Exercise Bersama Lima 2026, as five Indo-Pacific nations train together🔗⬇️

🚙From Japanese factory to British Military: Could the Toyota Land Cruiser become the Army's next LMV? With 11 million sold worldwide, can this 4x4 legend replace the UK's ageing Land Rovers and Pinzgauers from 2030?🔗⬇️

"When someone serves in the Armed Forces, their family serves too"🗣️ 🌺Scotland's 2026 Poppy Appeal has launched, shining a light on the sacrifices made by military families and the vital support Poppyscotland provides to veterans and loved ones🔗⬇️

🚙Could the Toyota Land Cruiser replace the British Army's iconic Land Rover? Babcock is pitching a militarised version of the legendary 4x4 for a £2.5bn contract to replace around 5,000 Army vehicles from 2030🔗⬇️

✈️RAF Typhoons to defend Saudi Arabia from Houthi attacks The UK is stepping up defensive support, with Typhoon jets tasked with protecting Saudi airspace from drone and missile attacks🔗⬇️

⚓A final farewell to HMS Iron Duke The former Type 23 frigate has returned to Portsmouth for the last time after serving the Royal Navy around the world, including tracking Russian ships in the English Channel🔗⬇️