RAF flight lieutenant conquers Doha Marathon in impressive time
The RAF High-Performing Athlete finished the marathon in Qatar, beneath the scorching sun, in under two-and-a-half hours.
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Navy Royal Navy takes command of anti-drug smuggling and illegal trafficking task force in Middle East
The naval task force is responsible for keeping global maritime traffic free from illicit activity.
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Christmas Defence Minister says security in Gulf still matters as he thanks sailors for Christmas duties
James Heappey has thanked personnel deployed to Bahrain on HMS Lancaster over Christmas and says their efforts must not be forgotten.
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Red Arrows Stunning shot of Red Arrows over Giza Pyramids marks end of tour
The displays are a part of the team's tour of the Gulf region and Egypt, aimed at supporting and promoting a range of UK interests.
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Army Exercise Khanjar Oman: British soldiers put to the test in the Omani heat
The exercise gave 1,000 troops – some had never been to the desert – the chance to pick up skills and train alongside Omani Forces.
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RAF Foreign Secretary briefed on Operation Shader during visit to RAF's Middle East headquarters
James Cleverly made a trip to 83 Expeditionary Air Group in Qatar.
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Red Arrows Red Arrows perform flypast in Bahrain as their Gulf tour continues
This was to conclude the 18th edition of the Manama Dialogue, a forum for global representatives to promote peace and security in the Gulf.
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RAF Red Arrows wow crowds with display in Abu Dhabi
The display was part of the multi-stop tour of the Gulf region – aimed at supporting and promoting a range of UK interests.
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Navy Royal Navy will continue long-term Gulf mission as warships trade places
HMS Montrose has been relieved by HMS Lancaster after three and a half years on Gulf mission.
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Navy Royal Navy warships begin World Cup security mission in Gulf
Sea vessels HMS Chiddingfold and HMS Bangor will conduct round-the-clock patrols of sea lanes leading to the Gulf state.
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Navy Drugs worth £15.5 million seized by Royal Navy warship in Middle East
A boarding party of Royal Marines searched the vessel and found 870kg of crystal methamphetamine onboard a small boat in the Arabian Sea.
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Forces Charities Personnel deployed across Middle East complete challenging events for charity
902 Expeditionary Air Wing completed a 902 miles challenge in seven days for a UK-based military-focused charity.
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Afghanistan Surprise reunion of veteran and Afghan interpreter, 10 years on
Veteran John Carson was put in touch with Kouchai after he volunteered to offer support to Afghan families moving into his area.
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Afghanistan Patel describes 'tremendous pride' in Operation Pitting efforts
The Home Secretary said the UK effort was "seismic" and showed a "bond of trust" with Afghans who had helped British forces.
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Navy HMS Lancaster to set sail to Gulf for three-year security mission
The frigate will also carry out NATO duties in European and Mediterranean seas, as well as helping to explore naval technology and robot ...
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Afghanistan In pictures: The UK's mission to evacuate people from Afghanistan
Operation Pitting involved 100 flights, evacuating 15,000 people in just 16 days.