What are British forces doing to fight Coronavirus?
The Ministry of Defence have detailed their contribution to the Coronavirus response.
Defence minister clarifies position on animal testing
The Ministry of Defence have outlined their position on animal testing.
Government announce severe public restrictions for three weeks
Prime Minister Boris Johnson has announced severe public restrictions, likened to a lockdown, in an effort to combat Coronavirus.
British Army suspends basic training due to Covid-19
The British Army say they have suspended face-to-face recruiting and basic training operations.
US troops get new generation thermal sighting system
Raytheon say they have developed, manufactured and delivered the first-ever 3rd GEN FLIR sensor system under a US Army contract awarded in 2016.
Exercise DEFENDER-Europe 20 modified in size and scope
In response to the current outbreak of the COVID-19 virus, the US military have modified exercise DEFENDER-Europe 20 "in size and scope".
Changing of the Guard now ‘without music or ceremony’ due to Coronavirus
Following Government advice to avoid mass gatherings, the ceremony that usually accompanies the Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace has been cancelled, say the British Army.
NATO addresses response to Covid-19 pandemic
Secretary General Stoltenberg stressed that NATO remains committed to its mission of providing peace and security for nearly one billion citizens.
British military to ‘drawdown’ from Iraq following Covid-19 outbreak
Following a pause in the coalition training mission in Iraq some service personnel will be redeploying back to the UK, say the Ministry of Defence.
Steps being taken to prevent spread of Covid-19 among armed forces
Steps are being taken to try to prevent the spread of Coronavirus (Covid-19) in the armed forces.
