Sitrep June 11th 2015
Sitrep June 11th 2015
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Award winning Sitrep brings you discussion and analysis on defence, foreign policy and the stories affecting the British Forces. Presented by Kate Gerbeau, with expert analysis from Professor Michael Clarke.
As Britain enters a new, difficult relationship with Russia –how will it hurt Moscow? And who is on the UK’s side?
There’s a new Secretary of State for President Trump – how will U S policy affect the UK?
And the House of Commons Defence Committee, does the MoD listen to its criticism?
You can listen on BFBS Radio 2 at 1630 (UK time) and at 1830 (UK time) on BFBS (via web & App in the UK and on FM in Scotland, Colchester, Salisbury Plain, Aldershot, Catterick & Blandford Forum). On Sky Channel 0211.
Alternatively - listen again on the website, or download the Sitrep Podcast.
Today on Sitrep:
Why the Kuwaitis want a greater British military presence in their country.
There’s a look at Britain’s foreign policy in the region with LibDem Defence spokesman Lord Campbell.
The Defence Secretary has had his first grilling by committee. Defence Committee Chair Julian Lewis explains how Gavin Williamson got on.
What are the military options in Syria? with Hamish De Bretton Gordon.
And why is the Democratic Republic of the Congo on the brink of humanitarian disaster?
THURSDAYS at 4:30pm UK TIME on BFBS RADIO 2 and at 6:30pm UK TIME on BFBS & UK Bases
Nato’s new command structure – what’s changed and why?
In Syria, who’s fighting who?
Should the West be worried about China and Russia’s increasing military power?
And could the damage to Oxfam’s credibility have a serious impact on the search for peace in a region?
THURSDAYS at 4:30pm UK TIME on BFBS RADIO 2 and at 6:30pm UK TIME on BFBS & UK Bases
You can listen on BFBS Radio 2 at 1630 (UK time) and at 1830 (UK time) on BFBS (via web & App in the UK and on FM in Scotland, Colchester, Salisbury Plain, Aldershot, Catterick & Blandford Forum). On Sky Channel 0211.
Alternatively - listen again on the website, or download the Sitrep Podcast.
In today’s Sitrep programme – Kate Gerbeau and Christopher Lee examine the potential of a new, long range super-speed missile that can reach a target anywhere in the world within one hour.
Also this week - what’s the true story behind the threat to the Royal Marines and the two ships that float them?
Find out why the British Army has joined the campaign to make 2018 the Year of Engineering.
Plus - the military nurses who fought for votes for women.
And Trump wants a military parade – but will he get one?
THURSDAYS at 4:30pm UK TIME on BFBS RADIO 2 and at 6:30pm UK TIME on BFBS & UK Bases
You can listen on BFBS Radio 2 at 1630 (UK time) and at 1830 (UK time) on BFBS (via web & App in the UK and on FM in Scotland, Colchester, Salisbury Plain, Aldershot, Catterick & Blandford Forum). On Sky Channel 0211.
Alternatively - listen again on the website, or download the Sitrep Podcast
In today’s Sitrep programme – Kate Gerbeau and Christopher Lee discuss how a multi-billion pound black hole in the defence budget could affect future spending decisions.
Also this week, Trump delivered his first State of the Union address...are we now seeing a more presidential President?
Plus, the Chief of the Air Staff talks about the RAF's biggest challenges...
And the former Chief of the Defence Staff, Lord Richards, predicts what might be in store for the new CDS.
THURSDAYS at 4:30pm UK TIME on BFBS RADIO 2 and at 6:30pm UK TIME on BFBS & UK Bases
You can listen on BFBS Radio 2 at 1630 (UK time) and at 1830 (UK time) on BFBS (via web & App in the UK and on FM in Scotland, Colchester, Salisbury Plain, Aldershot, Catterick & Blandford Forum). On Sky Channel 0211.
Alternatively - listen again on the website, or download the Sitrep Podcast.
Drawdown in Germany could be partially reversed, but what does that mean for the Army and European defence?
Why the Russian threat is causing concern in the Arctic.
Should we be doing more to protect peacekeepers?
And, DAVOS – what is it and why is it important?
THURSDAYS at 4:30pm UK TIME on BFBS RADIO 2 and at 6:30pm UK TIME on BFBS & UK Bases
You can listen on BFBS Radio 2 at 1630 (UK time) and at 1830 (UK time) on BFBS (via web & App in the UK and on FM in Scotland, Colchester, Salisbury Plain, Aldershot, Catterick & Blandford Forum). On Sky Channel 0211.
Alternatively - listen again on the website, or download the Sitrep Podcast.
The US Ambassador speaks exclusively to Sitrep about the big issues he’s reporting back to Washington.
Today’s Anglo-French summit will boost defence co-operation, but could Brexit cause the two countries to drift apart?
Is Forces accommodation in crisis?
And, find out why cinema audiences are standing up for Churchill
THURSDAYS at 4:30pm UK TIME on BFBS RADIO 2 and at 6:30pm UK TIME on BFBS & UK Bases
You can listen on BFBS Radio 2 at 1630 (UK time) and at 1830 (UK time) on BFBS (via web & App in the UK and on FM in Scotland, Colchester, Salisbury Plain, Aldershot, Catterick & Blandford Forum). On Sky Channel 0211.
Alternatively - listen again on the website, or download the Sitrep Podcast.
What will 2018 have in store for the British Forces?
There’s a bleak forecast for defence from a top analyst but is it really all doom and gloom?
Find out why some people think the British Army is top heavy.
And, who’s in the running to be the new Chief of the Defence Staff?
THURSDAYS at 4:30pm UK TIME on BFBS RADIO 2 and at 6:30pm UK TIME on BFBS & UK Bases
You can listen on BFBS Radio 2 at 1630 (UK time) and at 1830 (UK time) on BFBS (via web & App in the UK and on FM in Scotland, Colchester, Salisbury Plain, Aldershot, Catterick & Blandford Forum). On Sky Channel 0211.
Alternatively - listen again on the website, or download the Sitrep Podcast.
This week (Today) on Sitrep...
How does the world look at the end of 2017?
What sort of shape are Britain's Armed Forces in?
What does Brexit mean for British and European Security?
What difference has President Trump made to the world?
And why we should all be watching what China does next.
That's Sitrep on Forces Radio BFBS, Thursday 6.30pm.
(Available as a podcast or listen again if you miss it!)
European Defence gets serious but Britain wants to be big in Japan.
The Afghan Interpreter who feels he's being treated like a criminal in the UK.
Also in the programme – the Royal Navy says goodbye to Atherstone and Quorn
What tickles the troops? Is Forces humour different?
And war stories from a seasoned correspondent…..
The Royal Navy's biggest ever ship joins the fleet.
Is Trump's declaration on Jerusalem the scare-story of the year?
Brexit and the agreement that ended the troubles in Northern Ireland.
And should soldiers be able to tweet freely?
THURSDAYS at 4:30pm UK TIME on BFBS RADIO 2 and at 6:30pm UK TIME on BFBS & UK Bases
You can listen on BFBS Radio 2 at 1630 (UK time) and at 1830 (UK time) on BFBS (via web & App in the UK and on FM in Scotland, Colchester, Salisbury Plain, Aldershot, Catterick & Blandford Forum). On Sky Channel 0211.
Alternatively - listen again on the website, or download the Sitrep Podcast.
In today’s programme Sitrep hears from the PM who’s been visiting British troops in Iraq.
Plus…..Is the international response against North Korea strong enough?
Find out why the defence chiefs got a telling off.
Beach landings - do we still need an amphibious capability?
And that rousing regimental boxing speech – Sitrep hears from the officer that made it.
THURSDAYS at 4:30pm UK TIME on BFBS RADIO 2 and at 6:30pm UK TIME on BFBS & UK Bases
You can listen on BFBS Radio 2 at 1630 (UK time) and at 1830 (UK time) on BFBS (via web & App in the UK and on FM in Scotland, Colchester, Salisbury Plain, Aldershot, Catterick & Blandford Forum). On Sky Channel 0211.
Alternatively - listen again on the website, or download the Sitrep Podcast.
Is there a problem with the Type 45 Destroyers?
How much will Britain's F35 aircraft programme cost in the long term?
It's Thanksgiving today in America - but what, in name of Trump, should Americans be thankful for?
And Op Shader - from the pilot's view in the skies above Iraq.
THURSDAYS at 4:30pm UK TIME on BFBS RADIO 2 and at 6:30pm UK TIME on BFBS & UK Bases
You can listen on BFBS Radio 2 at 1630 (UK time) and at 1830 (UK time) on BFBS (via web & App in the UK and on FM in Scotland, Colchester, Salisbury Plain, Aldershot, Catterick & Blandford Forum). On Sky Channel 0211.
Alternatively - listen again on the website, or download the Sitrep Podcast.
SITREP TRAIL THURS, 16th November 2017 (KATE PRESENTS TODAY)
What’s the truth behind the criticisms that the armed forces are close to breaking point without more investment?
What’s going on in Zimbabwe - has Mugabe’s reign finally come to an end
Is Lebanon the new centre for war in the Middle East?
And we pay tribute to one of the first females pilots of the Second World War – Joy Lofthouse.
Nato agrees to three thousand extra troops for their training mission in Afghanistan – but where will they come from?
We feature a special report about British troops training soldiers in war-torn Somalia.
What will be the role of Artificial Intelligence in future conflicts?
And, what if social media had existed during the First World War? An insight to a unique project allows us to eavesdrop…….find out more in today’s Sitrep.
Sir Michael Fallon has resigned from the top job at the Ministry of Defence..and the former Chief Whip Gavin Williamson will take his place as the new Secretary of State for Defence.
Sitrep examines Fallon’s legacy and looks at the issues facing the new defence secretary ahead of a mini defence review & an important NATO meeting.
Join Tim Cooper and special guests in a special edition of Sitrep.
Can Britain afford to have its own defence industry?
Catalonia seeks independence from Spain but still wants to be in NATO,
Minehunting off the coast of Scotland for Exercise Joint Warrior,
And returning from the hurricanes, RAF Brize Norton welcomes back Op Ruman's air crews.
TOPICS
DEFENCE CUTS
Editor of Defence Analysis Francis Tusa & BFBS Defence Analyst Christopher Lee .
CATALAN DEFENCE
James Hasik is a senior fellow in the Brent Scowcroft Center on International Security.
EXERCISE JOINT WARRIOR
BFBS Reporter Rosie Laydon & BFBS Defence Analyst Christopher Lee.
OP RUMAN RETURN
BFBS Reporter Alex Gill.
REMEMBRANCE – THE QUEEN
BFBS Defence Analyst Christopher Lee.
THURSDAYS at 4:30pm UK TIME on BFBS RADIO 2 and at 6:30pm UK TIME on BFBS & UK Bases
You can listen on BFBS Radio 2 at 1630 (UK time) and at 1830 (UK time) on BFBS (via web & App in the UK and on FM in Scotland, Colchester, Salisbury Plain, Aldershot, Catterick & Blandford Forum). On Sky Channel 0211.
Alternatively - listen again on the website, or download the Sitrep Podcast.
Defence spending – do we spend the right amount on the right equipment?
NATO troops could be out of Afghanistan within four years...that’s the prediction from the country's President.
Could a growing cadet force be the answer to the forces recruitment problem?
And.... how 3D printing could be the next big thing in winning wars.
Guests: BFBS Defence Analyst Christopher Lee
TOPICS
DEFENCE SPENDING
Pete Sandeman, Director of the online campaign "Save The Royal Navy" & Ben Moores - a Defence and Aviation Analyst from IHS Janes.
AFGHANISTAN
BBC's Justin Rowlatt, who’s interviewed The Afghan President, Ashraf Ghan.
CADETS
BFBS Defence Analyst Christopher Lee
3D Printing
BFBS Reporter Hannah King
North Korea: How close are we to actual war?
The battle for Raqqa - what happens when ISIS are defeated?
The fight for Kurdish independence – what does it mean for the Middle East?
Nato’s international rescue for Submarines…
And, after 90 years the White Helmets wave goodbye……………