UK Stabilisation Unit study discusses ways to reduce conflict
A research project by the UK's Stabilisation Unit explores the vital role of political deal-making in reducing violent conflict, say the organisation.
Exercise Saif Sareea 3 concludes
British and Omani forces were engaged over the last few weeks on Ex Saif Sareea 3, culminating in an fire power demonstration lasting more than 30 minutes at two separate locations in Oman.
UK reaffirms commitment to the Gulf
Minister for the Armed Forces Mark Lancaster visited Iraq, Bahrain, and Oman during his visit to the Gulf.
Coalition effort in Iraq and Syria ‘Aims at Stability’ say officials
The coalition continues to help forces in both Iraq and Syria establish security and stability, the spokesman for Operation Inherent Resolve said to the press.
Syria accidentally shoots down Russian aircraft, Russia blames Israel
The Russian military said Tuesday that while Syrian air defences shot down the aircraft, Israel was to blame for putting it in the line of fire.
Russian-led Idlib offensive would be ‘humanitarian disaster’, says US Joint Chiefs of Staff
The consequences of a Russian-Syrian offensive into Idlib, Syria, against terrorists hiding there would almost certainly be a humanitarian disaster, the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff said to press.
Allied aircraft continue to strike Islamic State positions. including caves
The coalition continued to strike Islamic State in designated parts of Syria and Iraq, conducting 16 strikes consisting of 22 engagements in the last week, officials reported.
Change of Command for Resolute Support mission in Afghanistan
General Austin Scott Miller assumed command of the NATO-led Resolute Support Mission from General John ''Mick'' Nicholson at a ceremony at mission headquarters in Kabul, Afghanistan.
Iran unveils new fighter jet, turns out to be a repainted 40 year old...
Iran has unveiled what it calls a "new domestic fighter jet" with President Rouhani saying Iran's military strength is aimed at creating "lasting peace".
Israel shoots down Syrian combat aircraft
Israel has shot down a Syrian jet with surface-to-air missiles after the aircraft crossed into Israeli airspace.
