An article by the Defence Secretary on the situation in Ukraine - GOV.UK
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Rt. Hon Ben Wallace MP
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UK Secretary of State for Defence & MP for Wyre and Preston North.
Wyre & PrestonJoined May 2010
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Great to see my friend again this morning.
We have much to discuss at the start of a busy 2023.
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Ukrainian tank crews have arrived in the UK to begin training for their continued fight against Russia.
The UK will provide Challenger 2 tanks to Ukraine alongside global partner nations - demonstrating the strength of support for Ukraine, internationally.
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Delighted Germany joins the UK, France & Poland in sending tanks to Ukraine. It is time for Russia to realise that the International community is increasingly determined to help Ukraine resist their barbaric and illegal invasion. 🇬🇧 🇫🇷🇩🇪 🇺🇸🇵🇱🇺🇦
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Great to hold an early bilateral with my German colleague Boris Pistorius We discussed a range of topics from Ukraine to other areas of interest. Both our countries are amongst the biggest contributors to Ukraine’s defence. 🇩🇪 🇬🇧
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Delighted to hear #Preston's £20m Levelling Up bid has been successful. This regenerates our major parks, promotes active travel and replaces the old tram bridge helping address the climate emergency. Well done to everyone involved at .
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The UK was the first European nation to donate lethal aid to Ukraine and we are committed to match or exceed last year's funding in 2023.
We have provided over 200 armoured vehicles to date. Meet the Husky, Mastiff, Wolfhound, Spartan and Stormer.
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🇺🇦 Glory to Ukraine! - “Слава Україні!” Sláva Ukrayíni! I wish all those brave people fighting for all our freedoms a happy New Year. The UK 🇬🇧 will be with you in 2023.
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📸 From the dust of a war zone overseas to the gleaming uniforms of a parade at home, our military photographers capture spectacular images that show the huge range of achievements by UK personnel.
Here are some of the best photographs by military photographers in 2022.
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Hurray - Armed forces heroes stepping in for strikers to save Christmas will get pay bonus
Nice Christmas eve, eve news!
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The only people that should be masked and camouflaged on MOD land are Armed forces personnel training to defend the UK. People who intimidate and threaten other users are not welcome.
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This afternoon I spoke with via phone to reaffirm #USUK defense cooperation and our ongoing efforts to support Ukraine. I appreciate for their tremendous support to Ukraine and #WeAreNATO
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and yes i am working over the weekend and i expect those who are contracted to look after our service personnel to do the same!
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I have been contacted by a number of people about the inadequate response by . I have directed those responsible for accommodation services to up their game. I shall be speaking to all the Chief Executives directly early next week.
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A statutory inquiry is being opened up into deliberate detention operations in Afghanistan in the period 2010-13.
There is now a formal network of support for all those affected detailed below. I remain intensely proud of our service in Afghanistan.
My letter to veterans👇
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Great to visit Paris to meet with my good friend, Our Defence partnership is strong and getting stronger. 🇫🇷 and 🇬🇧 stand shoulder and shoulder on so many areas of defence. P.S Allez Les Bleus!
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To protect our people and our allies we need to stay at the cutting-edge of advancements in defence.
That is why PM , PM and I have today agreed the development of the next-generation of combat aircraft – creating jobs and bolstering our security.
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UK, Japan and Italy have agreed to launch the Global Combat Air Programme to develop a future fighter jet.
1️⃣ Entering service from 2035
2️⃣ Combining defence industry expertise
3️⃣ Creating high-skilled jobs in the UK and partner countries
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Last month, we announced almost £6 billion in future build contracts, supporting shipyards across the UK - from Appledore to Govan.
Find out more about how defence is boosting British shipbuilding 👇
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The AUKUS partnership demonstrates the UK’s commitment to security in the Indo-Pacific.
Defence Secretary met with Australian Deputy PM & US Lloyd Austin in Washington to discuss the next steps.
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Thousands of Next Generation Light Anti-Tank Weapon (NLAW) systems will be assembled in Northern Ireland to boost the UK's 🇬🇧 stockpile, following a £229 million deal with announced today by .
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Pleased to join my US counterpart, General Milley, on stage at the #WSJCEOCouncil in Washington to discuss Russia, China & the challenge to the world order.
My theme was the closeness of the UK/US alliance, the strength of our cohesion and the power of our global partnerships.
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Ukrainian recruits training in the UK are issued kit in preparation for their return to Ukraine where they will fight to free their nation.
As the temperature plummets, recruits are given cold weather clothing in addition to the regular kit.
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🎬 As part of its aid package, the UK has provided Brimstone 2 missiles, a precision-guided missile, to the Ukrainian Armed Forces.
This aid has played a crucial role in stalling Russian advancements.
🇺🇦 #StandWithUkraine 🇺🇦
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Don’t remember this much agonising by commentators when World Cup was in Russia. A country that murders its enemies abroad, annexes neighbouring countries and victimises homosexuals
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Kia ora!
I was glad to welcome my 🇳🇿 colleague in Kyiv. We discussed our joint projects,ways to strengthen 🇺🇦 defense capabilities&coordinated efforts to rebuild 🇺🇦 after the war.
Thank you for your willingness to promote Ukraine's interests in Southeast Asia 🇺🇦🤝🇳🇿
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Amongst the winter kit provided to Ukrainian recruits training on UK soil, will be a special token of UK support.
A refillable lighter, a soldier’s best friend for generations.
Engraved with the message:
“Glory to Ukraine, Glory to the heroes.”
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A brilliant week for British shipbuilding with no less than 11 RN & RFA's selected or placed on contract. The Royal Navy has one of the largest and most ambitious military shipbuilding programmes on the planet, built or delivered by British shipbuilders.
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Team Resolute have been appointed the preferred bidder to build three 🇬🇧 naval support ships.
Today, Defence Secretary visited Appledore, meeting members of Team Resolute and the yard's workforce, including apprentices.
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Sickened by today’s suspected terrorist attack in Istanbul. My thoughts are with those affected and their families. 🇬🇧 stands with 🇹🇷 in the fight against terrorism and sends condolences to all those affected.British Nationals in the area should follow FCDO travel advice.
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🌍 Ten nations from around the world have come together to participate in the UK-led training programme, which prepares Ukrainian recruits with little to no military experience in frontline combat skills.
🇬🇧🇸🇪🇨🇦🇳🇱🇩🇰 #StrongerTogether 🇳🇿🇱🇻🇦🇺🇳🇴🇫🇮
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To detract from their disastrous handling of the illegal invasion of Ukraine, the Russian Ministry of Defence is resorting to peddling false claims of an epic scale
This invented story, says more about arguments going on inside the Russian Government than it does about the west
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Congratulations to my friend and colleague Ben Wallace on his reappointment to office. With partners and great friends such as these we will definitely win! I believe that our defence cooperation will only be strengthened.
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It is a privilege to have the opportunity to lead Defence again. I am very grateful to the new Prime Minister for appointing me, and I look forward to working with to deliver a safe and prosperous United Kingdom.
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Congratulations to my colleague I wish him the very best as he takes the reins in these challenging times. As PM he has my full support in bringing us together to govern in the interests of the whole of the UK 🇬🇧
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A statement on Defence Secretary Ben Wallace's call with Russian Defence Minister Sergei Shoigu:
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The reasons I gave last time for not standing, have not changed. I will be looking to all candidates to recognise that you cannot have economic security at home without national security. This requires real investment for our Armed Forces and intelligence agencies.
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As the Party starts the process of looking for a new leader, I would like to put on the record that I will not be letting my name go forward as a candidate. I am privileged to be the UK Defence Secretary and the current threat requires stability in that office.
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Today we launched the Defence Accommodation Strategy, which will introduce a new minimum standard for accommodation, equal status for long-term relationships, marriage and civil partnerships and family needs-based allocation.
Find out more here: ow.ly/2r9550LgQjT
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