BFBS Sitrep

How vital is   the battle for Aleppo in deciding Syria’s future?   Why drones are taking over the skies in   Afghanistan   Find out the special qualities that former Service personnel bring to civvy street   And why there’s still a strong fascination for the Second World War after more than 70 years   PRESENTER :  Kate Gerbeau STUDIO GUEST :  BFBS’s defence analyst, Christopher Lee        Intervie...

SITREP August 2nd   With the help of The Army team GB won its first Gold yesterday – but how difficult is it to combine your military career with sporting ambition?   How the Olympic Truce strives to bring global peace through sport   What’s the wider impact of the Syrian civil war on the Middle East?   And why British troops in Germany commemorate the Battle of Minden     PRESENTER:  Kate Gerbeau...

SITREP July 26th   Could there be military intervention in Syria’s civil war   What are British troops doing in Somalia?   Are young soldiers getting the education they deserve?   And why sport is so important to the Army, Navy and RAF     PRESENTER:  Kate Gerbeau STUDIO GUEST:  BFBS’s defence analyst, Christopher Lee     Professor Paul Rogers, Dept of Peace Studies at Bradford University   Jerome...

SITREP July 19th   Is it the beginning of the end for Syria’s President Assad & his regime?   In Afghanistan, PM David Cameron has a stern message for the Taliban   After the G4S fiasco just how secure are the London Olympics?   And find out the story behind the 40th Anniversary of the Battle of *Mirbat   (*PRO: Mur-bat)       PRESENTER:  Glen Mansell   STUDIO GUEST:   BFBS’s defence analyst, Chri...

SITREP July 12th   Is it asking too much for the Army to provide last minute Olympic security?   Why Mali in North Africa could be the new Afghanistan   Why reforming the House of Lords would be bad news for defending defence   And how the weather has helped us win and lose wars……..   PRESENTER:  Kate Gerbeau   STUDIO GUEST:  BFBS’s defence analyst, Christopher Lee   Dr Martin Macauley from Univer...

SITREP July 5th   There are big changes ahead for the Army with the loss of some units and the merger of others   But will the new shape of the British Army be the right one to secure an uncertain future?   The Territorial Army will increase its numbers but can the reserves really provide the support that’s needed?   And what impact will the news have on families ?   Find out in a special edition...

In Northern Ireland a symbolic handshake moves peace forward   After nearly 70 years the heroes of Bomber Command finally get their memorial   The concerns of Pakistan as Nato prepares for transition   And could Syria’s attack on a Turkish plane ignite the conflict     PRESENTER:  Kate Gerbeau   STUDIO GUEST:  BFBS’s defence analyst, Christopher Lee   Interviews   Lord Ashdown on the significance...

  SITREP June 21st   Can diplomacy be the solution for Syria or would immunity for Assad be a better option?   Why is the Government investing in Trident when its future remains uncertain?   How the future equipment of the Army will determine the shape of the Armed Forces for years to come   What affect will the proposed changes bring to Forces’ pensions?   And find out why the Dalai Lama has been...

  It's 30 years today since British Forces liberated the Falkland Islands from Argentina.   In a special edition of Sitrep Kate Gerbeau and Matt Teale reflect on the conflict.   They’ll be speaking to the Governor of the Falkland Islands and the man who’s in charge of British Forces today. Plus, hear from the Royal Marine Commander who made victory possible. … And find out what will happen when th...

  SITREP June 7th   The Defence Secretary Phillip Hammond tells Sitrep how future cuts will change the shape of the British Army   Are the US Drone strikes in Pakistan giving terrorists propaganda to recruit new members?   How British trained troops in   Sierra Leone are helping another war-torn African country   And the Ceremonial Director of the Diamond Jubilee procession shares his memories of...

  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...