BFBS Sitrep

  Syria edges closer to civil war but what can the international community do about it?   There's a stark warning about the Taliban's plans during Nato's exit from Afghanistan.   Why Russia objects to Nato's missile defence   And the Queen celebrates 60 years as head of the armed forces.   PRESENTER:  Kate Gerbeau   STUDIO GUEST:  BFBS’s defence analyst, Christopher Lee ..............................

What measures are being taken to prevent Iran extending its nuclear programme?   What happened at the Nato Summit and how it will affect the future of British Forces   Why Amnesty International has condemned the UN in it’s report.   Memories from Royal Marines & Paratroopers as they return to the Falklands to remember 1982 & landing day   And never mind the singing – find out why the Eurovision so...

SITREP Trail May 17th   What’s on Nato’s agenda as it prepares for the Chicago Summit next week?   General Mladic is on trial at the Haig for war crimes – but what measures are in place to prevent another atrocity happening & can anyone ever escape war crimes?   How depth therapy is helping the rehabilitation of injured servicemen   And the forgotten Battles of Scotland – why should they be rememb...

SITREP Trail May 10th   There's been a U-turn over which planes to use on the Carriers - but is it the right decision?   Why there's anger in Scotland over plans to lose some historic regimental names   Why France's new President-elect wants to speed up the withdrawal of French troops from Afghanistan.   And the new memorial to Bomber Command is nearing completion - but why has it taken so long?  ...

  It’s been a year since Osama bin Laden was killed – but has his death weakened Al Qaeda?   Sitrep gains unique access to Nato’s Maritime Operations centre in Naples.   Find out how the Defence industry is weathering the financial crisis…..   And Olympic security is put through its final tests     PRESENTER:   Kate Gerbeau STUDIO GUEST:   BFBS’s defence analyst, Christopher Lee    INTERVIEWS From...

Has NATO got its strategy right in the lead-up to the Chicago summit in May?   Why the Parliament's financial watchdog is highly critical of the soaring costs of the Carrier programme.   Will the Arctic Convoy veterans finally get the medal they’ve fought so long for?   And all you need to know about the 21 gun salute…..   PRESENTER:   Kate Gerbeau   STUDIO GUEST:   BFBS’s defence analyst, Christo...

  SITREP trail April 19th   Financial help for the future of Afghanistan but will NATO countries be happy to foot the bill?   Why an expert on the region is saying the forecast for peace after 2014 is unpredictable.   How Operation Joint Warrior is helping to promote cooperation with our European allies   And some unusual tales from Falkland veterans…..     PRESENTER:   Kate Gerbeau   STUDIO GUEST...

The head of Nato says Afghan handover is on track but Afghan’s security forces are still concerned about security post 2014   Will the Syrian ceasefire hold – and what happens next? The invisible scars of PTSD - and is enough being done to help those who suffer? Plus....the important strategic position the Ascension Islands hold   PRESENTER:   Kate Gerbeau   STUDIO GUEST:   BFBS’s defence analyst,...

The Government wants to hold secret court hearings, so,  is there a case for some types of evidence to be heard behind closed doors   It’s been a week of reminiscing in the Falkland Islands, but what are the feelings of the Islanders thirty years on?   How former servicemen are being trained to fight pirates off the coast of Somalia   And why the cost of surrender is a lucrative business……   PRESE...

SITREP TRAIL 29 March How much trust is there between British and Afghan forces following the shooting of two British soldiers and what can be done to help prevent another attack?   The Defence Secretary Phillip Hammond’s surprise visit to Afghanistan   What mistakes were made in the lead-up to the Argentine invasion of the Falklands Islands?   And the preparations of the Household Cavalry as they...

The outgoing ambassador to Afghanistan tells Sitrep how he thinks the exit strategy will work and what sort of future the country could have.   What does the latest Budget announcement mean to defence projects and how will it affect Service personnel’s’ pay packets?   How much support is Latin America giving Argentina over its claims to the Falklands?       PRESENTER:   Kate Gerbeau   STUDIO GUEST...

  SITREP TRAIL 15 March   Why the PM Cameron and President Obama are determined to stick to the strategy in Afghanistan   Is enough being done to look after soldiers’ mental healthcare?   And why the future of the Joint Strike Fighter could be in jeopardy.       PRESENTER:   Glen Mansell   STUDIO GUESTS:   BFBS’s defence analyst, Christopher Lee  interviews with: Surgeon Captain Morgan O’Connell ,...

It’s been a tragic week for British Forces in Afghanistan but have the politicians got their strategy right?   Sitrep hears direct from Camp Bastion and get the opinion of a Warrior expert   And find out why next week’s summit between President Obama and PM Cameron is so important to the future of our Forces.     PRESENTER:   Kate Gerbeau   STUDIO GUESTS:   BFBS’s defence analyst, Christopher Lee ...

The RAF put Olympic security to the test   How the Koran burning has affected security in Afghanistan And the new supply route British forces have secured in the region   As Britain closes it’s embassy in Syria, the UN step up efforts to pass a new resolution   We get an insight into what will happen at this weekend ‘s elections in Russia   And HMS Liverpool goes home to the Mersey to bid a final...

What more can Nato do to quell the anger of Afghans over the burning of the Koran As the situation in Syria deteriorates   - how can the international community help?   How the risks of war reporting are balanced with the desire to tell the story   How Afghan’s are winning the fight against corruption   And why the MoD has turned to South Korean shipbuilders…….       PRESENTER:   Glen Mansell   ST...

Find out what action NATO & the UK is taking to counter the growing cyber threat   Iran boasts about its nuclear achievements – but how far advanced are they?   Why have MPs from the Defence Committee chosen this sensitive time to visit The Falklands Islands?   And find out the importance of the forthcoming Anglo-French summit.   PRESENTER :   Glen Mansell   STUDIO GUESTS :   BFBS’s defence analys...

Could Turkey could play a key role in the Syrian crisis?   Two new reports criticize the cuts made by the SDSR – so is the MoD up to the job?     How will the United Nations react to Argentina’s accusation that the UK is militarizing the Falklands Islands   And find out how Afghan women are playing a leading role in their country’s transition     PRESENTER :   Kate Gerbau   STUDIO GUESTS :   BFBS’...

The Americans are bringing forward the withdrawal of troops from Afghanistan – but is it more to do with President Obama’s election strategy than a secure Afghanistan?     And what does it mean for British Forces in the region   As Prince William prepares for his time in the South Atlantic,   tensions remain strained between the British and Argentine governments, but what do the Falkland Islanders...

The MoD comes under more criticism for its handling of redundancies   Egyptians mark a year since their revolution - but are they getting the type of leadership they fought for?   HMS Argyll is sent to the Middle East in a show of strength from the EU against Iran’s nuclear ambitions   And we find out the complex coordination involved in the security of London for the 2012 Olympics   PRESENTER :  ...

The Shadow Defence Secretary Jim Murphy talks to Sitrep about the latest round of Armed Forces’ redundancies   What’s does the future hold for Nato?   Prime Minister David Cameron has promised the Falklands Islanders' his full support   - but is the Royal Navy capable of giving it?   And   - Is it ever morally right for a Captain to abandon a sinking ship?       PRESENTER :   Kate Gerbau   GUESTS:...

  SITREP TRAIL 12th January   Why Scottish  independence would have huge implications for defence.   What could be behind the assassination of another one of Iran’s nuclear scientists?   There are more diplomatic tensions in South America as the Argentines are accused of starting a squid war against the Falklands   Plus, how military academies could help to prevent future riots.     PRESENTER :  ...

The Strategic Defence Review recommends that the future British Army will be supplemented by the TA but is it too much to ask of the reserve forces?   The US Forces brace themselves for their Defence Review but what will it mean for relations with Europe, and the UK’s 'special' relationship?   Why the Taliban are planning to open an office in Quatar.   Is Iran upping the ante with its warning to A...

This week it’s a Sitrep special looking back at the year of defence & current affairs in 2011.   How much progress been made in Afghanistan?   The extraordinary story of the Arab Spring…..will history judge it a success or failure?   What impact has the SDSR had now its findings are being implemented?   And we look at the challenges that lie ahead for 2012     PRESENTER :   Kate Gerbau   STUDIO GU...

  The US and NATO ends their mission in Iraq – but have they achieved what they set out to do?   The Defence Committee raise concern about the long-term care of injured service personnel   What are the implications for European defence initiatives given the current financial climate?   And….. find out why the Jolly Roger is flying high at Portsmouth   PRESENTER :   Kate Gerbau   STUDIO GUESTS:   B...

There’s criticism of our policy in Afghanistan but is it really all tactics without strategy?   And who and what are behind the latest attacks this week?   Find out why they’re demonstrating in Moscow   Why mass immigration is a danger to us all   Plus, what’s the attraction of describing war?  We find out from one RAF Sgt.   PRESENTER :   Kate Gerbau   STUDIO GUESTS:   BFBS’s defence analyst, Chr...