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Your town, city or region could host the 2026 #ArmedForcesDay national event!. The bidding process is now open. For information on eligibility and how to apply:
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The illegal and unprovoked invasion of Ukraine is continuing. The map below is the latest Defence Intelligence update on the situation in Ukraine – 04 July 2025. #StandWithUkraine πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡¦
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One week left to apply to be the UK’s first Armed Forces Commissioner. This independent role will advocate for our Armed Forces and their families, improve welfare support and report directly to Parliament. Apply here πŸ‘‰ Application deadline: 11/07/2025
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In a new era of threat we are doing more to make sure we are secure at home and strong abroad - delivering for Defence. Here's how πŸ‘‡
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There have been at least 376 recorded cases of conflict-related sexual violence committed in Russian-occupied regions of Ukraine. The real total is likely magnitudes higher. #StandWithUkraineπŸ‡ΊπŸ‡¦
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Children are being abducted into Russia from occupied Ukrainian territory. This is a war crime. It’s time for Putin to return Ukraine’s children and end his illegal war. #StandWithUkraineπŸ‡ΊπŸ‡¦
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RT @UKStratCom: We're redefining our Command, reinforcing our priorities across cyber, intelligence, medical, ops support, education & more….
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Read more πŸ‘‡.
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The UK Defence Innovation (UKDI) organisation has been established and aims to streamline delivery of innovative technology to Armed Forces personnel. With a Β£400 million annual budget, it will help create high-skilled jobs in the tech sector and turbocharge economic growth.
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Applications are open for the UK’s first Armed Forces Commissioner, an independent role supporting our Armed Forces and their families. This is a key step in this Government’s commitment to renewing the nation’s contract with those who serve. Apply πŸ‘‰
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Latest Defence Intelligence update on the situation in Ukraine - 01 July 2025. Find out more about Defence Intelligence's use of language: #StandWithUkraine πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡¦
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From Portsmouth to Singapore and Jakarta, our Carrier Strike Group shows the strength and global reach of the UK’s Armed Forces. @Vernon_Coaker was in Southern Asia as we showcased our technological innovation, boosting trade and leading support for Indo-Pacific security.
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It was a good day for @NATO. It was a good day for British Jobs. It was a bad day for Putin. Defence Secretary @JohnHealey_MP reports on last week's #NATOsummit πŸ‘‡
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Latest Defence Intelligence update on the situation in Ukraine - 30 June 2025. Find out more about Defence Intelligence's use of language: #StandWithUkraine πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡¦
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RT @10DowningStreet: For those who serve the nation, we pledge that the nation will serve them like never before. This government is bac….
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πŸ’¬ β€œWhat you do keeps our country secure at home.”. Defence Secretary John Healey pays tribute to the entire military community at the #ArmedForcesDay national event in Cleethorpes. β˜€οΈ. The event is one of 200 Armed Forces Day celebrations taking place across the UK πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§
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Proud to honour our Armed Forces community πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§. The Defence Secretary @JohnHealey_MP is at the national Armed Forces Day event in Cleethorpes today, celebrating with Service personnel and veterans. #ArmedForcesDay 🎊
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RT @ArmedForcesDay: Today's the day! 🀩.#ArmedForcesDay
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Air Chief Marshal Sir Rich Knighton is to be appointed the Chief of the Defence Staff with effect from September 2025. Defence Secretary @JohnHealey_MP congratulated Sir Rich on his appointment and thanked @AdmTonyRadakin_ for his distinguished service.
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RT @VeteransGovUK: To mark the launch of the northern pilot of VALOUR this week, Minister for Veterans and People @AlistairCarns spoke to f….
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