Sandhurst Women: Leading the Fight | Episode One

Episode one of an exclusive look behind the scenes at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst as this centuries-old British Institution attempts to improve the experience of female officer cadets at a critical time for national security.

Sandhurst Women: Leading the Fight | Episode Two

Episode two of an exclusive look behind the scenes at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst as this centuries-old British Institution attempts to improve the experience of female officer cadets at a critical time for national security.

Sandhurst Women: Leading the Fight | Episode Three

Episode three of an exclusive look behind the scenes at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst as this centuries-old British Institution attempts to improve the experience of female officer cadets at a critical time for national security.

Sandhurst Women: Leading the Fight | Episode Four

Episode four of an exclusive look behind the scenes at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst as this centuries-old British Institution attempts to improve the experience of female officer cadets at a critical time for national security.

Ripsaw M3: Robotic vehicle making its way into the battlefield

The US-developed Ripsaw robotic tracked vehicle is the latest design unveiled which can move at 30mph, travel 180 miles and can carry two-and-a-half tonnes of military equipment.

The military reasons why Trump wants Greenland

President elect Donald Trump has made a number of remarks about taking control of Greenland, possibly even using military force to do it – an idea that has sent shockwaves through NATO.

The grey zone world of cutting undersea cables

The targeting of undersea cables that control the world's infrastructure can be disguised as accidents, making it harder to prosecute saboteurs.

Hitchhiker: Ukraine's new drone successfully tested in combat

The Hitchhiker multi-purpose drone interceptor is said to be a "game changer", but will it be a match for the Russian-favoured one-way Shahed drone?

How Bushmaster's V-shaped hull is a lifesaver

While it's capable of carrying up to 10 infanteers, the Bushmaster is more than just a personnel carrier as it can be configured to carry out several different roles.

The Kord sniper rifle: Russia's answer to the Barrett

Ukrainian forces are being targeted with a powerful Russian sniper rifle – the 12.7mm ASVK-M Kord – and it packs quite a punch, being able to penetrate lightly armoured vehicles.

Why undersea cables are prime targets for sabotage

Two undersea communication cables, including one that linked Finland to Germany, were severed in what appears to be the work of Russia or China.

How long-range weapons could have an impact in Ukraine war

The US has given Ukraine permission to use long-range weapons, capable of striking targets 190 miles away, against Russia. Will this be enough to change the UK's policy toward Storm Shadow missiles?

Design of Royal Army Medical Service's cap badge explained

Three British Army healthcare corps have been officially amalgamated into a new modern organisation called the Royal Army Medical Service A new Cap Badge has been created, Colonel Graham Johnson, Corps Colonel, Royal AMS explains more.

Russia using fibre-optic drones to avoid Ukrainian jamming

Russia is reportedly using a new drone which tries to evade Ukrainian jamming equipment. But, rather than being controlled wirelessly, they use miles of fibre-optic cable, which unravels as they fly toward a target.

North Korea's huge military in numbers

The Korean People's Army or KPA, has an estimated 1.3 million active personnel, making it one of the world's largest militaries.

Experimental stealth aircraft that could change jet design forever

The new X-65 Aurora will not fly with the standard active flow control (AFC) system but instead use jets of air from a pressurised source to shape the flow of air over the aircraft surface, with AFC effectors.

Ukraine's new drone designed to repel Shahed UAV attacks

To counter Moscow's relentless Shahed drone attacks, Ukrainian engineers have developed the new Sting FPV drone as a defence. Will the efforts be enough?

What is China's navy trying to achieve?

China’s naval power is growing, having an impact on regional tensions and seeing ships from neighbouring nations targeted by Beijing's fleet. However, according to one expert, China's navy is not trying to dominate the world's oceans.

US's THAAD anti-ballistic missile system explained

THAAD is a highly accurate anti-missile system produced by Lockheed Martin. It's designed to counter incoming ballistic missiles and can track targets up to 1,900 miles away. It is being sent to by the US to help Israel fend off attacks by Iran.

Everything you need to know about the Martlet missile

We spoke to Philip McBride, the Managing Director of Thales Belfast, the company responsible for manufacturing the weapon, to find out why the missile is so effective.

HMS Lancaster trials Peregrine drone in Gulf of Oman

The Royal Navy is carrying out flying trials of the Peregrine Rotary Wing Uncrewed Aircraft System (RWUAS) from the deck of Type 23 frigate HMS Lancaster.

Palianytsia: Ukraine's new long-range missile drone

Cheap to build and homegrown, the Palianytsia has been unveiled as Ukraine's new long-range missile drone. But could it be a game-changer for Ukraine? 

Meet the electric Stol aircraft being tested by US Navy

This could be the future for the US Navy when it comes to getting personnel and equipment to hard-to-reach hostile areas. The Electra aircraft is based on eStol technology – that's electric short take-off and landing.

Anti-drone sight poised to give British troops the edge

The Smart Shooter SMASH X4 gives the dismounted soldier up to an 80% chance of making a first-round hit on an uncrewed aerial vehicle.

Tour of Airbus' Wingman fighter drone built for high-risk missions

What will future collaborative combat aircraft look like? Airbus has a vision for its Wingman concept. The fighter drone would act as a force multiplier taking on high-risk missions.

Swedish K: The submachine gun shot by the CIA and spotted in Ukraine

Jonathan Ferguson of the Royal Armouries Museum analyses an old 9mm submachine gun that has cropped up in Ukraine. The Kulsprutepistol m/45, better known as Swedish K, is the spiritual successor to the British Sten and American Grease Gun.

AI-controlled Valkyrie: A fighter pilot's perfect wingman

The Kratos XQ-58A Valkyrie UAV is powered by AI and can act as a loyal wingman, flying alongside manned military aircraft taking part in a variety of missions.

The British Army's newest game-changing cannon explained

An exclusive tour of the French factory where the CT cannon is being produced, by Colin Stephenson who explains how the weapon works and what makes it so advanced.

Ukraine's new drone-hunting UAVs keeping Russia at bay

The war in Ukraine has accelerated drone technology massively, with both sides developing tech that has not previously been seen on the battlefield. Forces News Ukraine reporter Simon Newton looked at how Kyiv is turning UAVs into drone hunters.

Roadrunner: The high-explosive UAV interceptor

The new UAV drone is an operator-supervised Autonomous Air Vehicle (AAV) high-explosive interceptor that can destroy kamikaze drones and large aircraft.

What longer-range US-supplied missiles could give Ukraine

The US has now relented on allowing Ukraine to launch cross-border strikes using American-supplied weapons, but longer range missiles such as ATACMS remains off the table, there’s questions over how long that can really last.

West Point: Guided tour of the US Army's incredible military academy

There's a unique, free university in the US where students graduate not just with degrees but as officers of the US Army.

France's new jamming-resistant jet drone heading to Ukraine

A new super-fast drone that's resistant to jamming, developed to enhance France's medium-range defence arsenal, could soon be in Ukraine. The Veloce 330 is a French jet-powered loitering munition that can reach speeds of almost 250mph.

815 Naval Air Squadron: The home of the Wildcat

815 Naval Air Squadron (NAS) is the home of the Wildcat – the Royal Navy's latest generation Maritime Attack Helicopter. Forces News take a closer look at the Royal Navy unit and their role.

Why uncrewed submarines could be the future

Manned submarines could become a thing of the past as undersea warfare hots up and technological developments allow drones to take over.

Champ: The missile that kills computers, not people

Boeing's Counter-electronics High Power Microwave Advanced Missile Project has created a non-lethal weapon that fries computers with high-power microwaves.

Russia's remote control vehicle clearing mines in Ukraine

Weighing six tonnes, Russia's improved demining vehicle is able to operate remotely from a kilometre away and can even tow a tank over short distances.

How the £10-a-shot DragonFire laser weapon fires

We got a breakdown of the Royal Navy's new laser weapons system, DragonFire, which is designed for air defence.

Revealed: MOD's full kit list and how it compares to recent years

The MOD has published its annual equipment report, setting out how much kit the three services have, from ships and tanks to fighter jets. Forces News has delved into the numbers.

Blue water v green water navy - what's the difference?

Until now, nations have worked on the basis of green water and blue water deployments – based on home defence or projecting power to react to global threats. But traditional naval strategy is being challenged by new technology and tactics.

The surface drone turning the tide against unexploded munitions

The emergency service of Ukraine is trying to turn the tide against unexploded munitions left by war by using the Sonobot 5 uncrewed surface vehicle. The German-made USV has already proved its worth locating munitions using its multibeam sonar.

Nona-M1: Russia's remotely fired 120mm mortar

The Nona-M1 is a highly mobile, breech-loading, rifled-barrelled mortar that's designed to cause maximum damage with minimal risk to its operators.

What kit does an RAF Typhoon display pilot need?

Forces News met the RAF's 2024 Typhoon display pilot Flight Lieutenant David Turnbull, known as Turbo, to find out what he needs when flying and how his kit is designed to protect him from the G-force.

What is new on the Jackal 3?

Forces News has taken a look at what we can expect from this much-anticipated new Jackal 3.

A close look at what Russia has in its glide bomb arsenal

Russia is making increasing use of glide bombs, a cheap but semi-smart munition, amid its struggle to replenish its dwindling supplies of precision-guided weapons.

What are Russian soldiers being paid to fight Putin's war?

Russia is estimated to have lost more than 300,000 troops – killed or permanently injured in Ukraine. Forces News has looked at how much they are being paid to participate in Vladimir Putin's 'Special Military Operation'.

Who are the Houthis and what weapons do they have?

Following the 7 October attack on Israel, the Houthis declared their support for Hamas, fuelled by a hatred of Israel and the West. Aligned to Iran, the group wants to reduce Western influence in the Middle East.

Sixth-generation Spike missile that's changing the game

The missile can be launched from the air or the ground, and can achieve long-range strikes in a manner that has been described by observers as 'game-changing'.

Looking ahead to where the war in Ukraine will go in 2024

At the start of 2023 things in Ukraine looked hopeful. With the conflict in Ukraine about to enter its third calendar year. Forces News has taken a look at where will this war go in 2024.

Latest Abrams variant 'rides like a Cadillac'

16 M1A2SEPv3s – the newest form of the Abrams tank, are being used by Blackhorse both in their role as the resident enemy – to train troops here in the Mojave Desert and should they be deployed on a real-world mission.

Fort Irwin: The story of the US Army's largest training centre

With its 12,000 miles of brutal flat terrain, Fort Irwin is a feared training area that tests troops to the edge of failure. Forces News has taken a look at where the giant National Training Center's story began.

US Army soldier explains the pros and cons of the M2A3 Bradley

Spending time in the Mojave Desert with its spiders and scorpions would deter a lot of people, but safe in his beloved M2A3 Bradley, Specialist Damien Baird is as happy as Larry. Forces News joined the Specialist to take a look at his "mobile home".

What is the RAF's prestigious Firmin Sword of Peace award?

RAF Shawbury is now the first RAF station to win the Firmin Sword of Peace four times. The chief of the air staff bestowed the award for their humanitarian efforts and community engagement. Forces News takes a look at what is the Firmin Sword.

Why do Bugle Majors have mutton chops?

A Bugle Major is one of the only Army roles that allows beard on parade. Rifles Regiment Senior Bugle Major, Warrant Officer (Class 2) Daniel Lewis explained to Forces News exactly why a Bugle Major has the mutton chops facial hair.

Ukraine's problem with Russian fibre-optic drones

Russia and Ukraine have used fibre-optic-controlled drones on the battlefield. A cable-guided drone may be old-school tech, but it means they can't be jammed – so what can be done to stop them?

Aegis Guam System intercepts ballistic missile in live test

The Aegis Guam System integrated with an AN/TPY-6 radar and Vertical Launching System marks the first end-to-end tracking use of the radar during a live ballistic missile flight test.

Behind the scenes at firm that makes Royal Navy's eyes at sea

BFBS Forces News' David Sivills-McCann has been inside the Thales factory that has manufactured periscopes and now optronic masts for boats from the Great War up to the modern day.

Sword of Honour winner's pride after prestigious award

More than 100 cadets have completed their officer training at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst – and their achievement was marked with a special parade. Under Officer Fergus Flory has spoken about his delight at earning the Sword of Honour.

Meeting the Ukrainians operating the Challenger 2

Britain was one of the first countries to donate main battle tanks to Ukraine when it sent 14 Challenger 2s to Kyiv early last year. Simon Newton travelled to the frontline in eastern Ukraine to meet the troops using Britain’s "sniper" tank.

On board Prince of Wales, Navy's new flagship

HMS Prince of Wales has dropped anchor alongside in Liverpool as she takes up a significant new role. The carrier's arrival in the Merseyside city coincides with the news that she is now officially the nation's flagship.

At sea with UK's first XL autonomous underwater vehicle

For the last eight weeks, BAE Systems has been testing a new Extra Large Autonomous Underwater Vehicle, at a secret testing harbour on the South Coast.

Inside the Ukrainian ketamine clinic treating soldiers with PTSD

Ukraine may be on the frontline of a psychedelic drug therapy revolution. Clinicians in Ukraine have found ketamine-assisted psychotherapy to be hugely effective in treating the likes of anxiety, PTSD and depression.

Army's new Archer opens fire in Finland

British soldiers have fired the Army's new artillery platform for the first time in a major Nato exercise in Finland. Members of 19th Regiment Royal Artillery fired the Archer howitzer in Lapland as part of Exercise Dynamic Front.

King presents prestigious award to top Royal Marines recruit

King Charles has presented the King's Badge to the best Royal Marine to complete the Commando course – the first time it had been awarded by a monarch since 1939.

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