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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.
SITREP TRAIL THURS, 25 JUNE
Nato ministers meet as Russia flexes its muscles.
Defence Spending…can the UK have its cake and eat it?
And…the Victoria Cross? Is it time for a rethink on why it’s awarded?
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PRESENTER THIS WEEK: Kate Gerbeau
STUDIO GUEST: BFBS defence analyst Christopher Lee
OTHER INTERVIEWS:
NATO TALKS
BFBS Reporter Rob Olver
RUSSIAN STRATEGY
BFBS Reporter Charlotte Cross
DEFENCE SPENDING
Bernard Jenkin MP
VICTORIA CROSS
Author Gary Mead (book review)
THURSDAYS at 4:30pm UK TIME on BFBS RADIO 2and 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 & DAB in the UK and on FM in Scotland, Colchester, Salisbury Plain, Aldershot, Catterick & Blandford Forum)
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Presenter Kate Gerbeau
Yemen – we hear from a reporter on the ground in the wartorn region
Europe's Migrant Crisis deepens but what next for the Royal Navy's involvement?
There’s a new man in the defence Committee Chair - but what will Julian Lewis bring to the job?
The Afghan Appeal fund celebrates 10 years of building schools in Afghanistan.
And ...The 1805 battle of Waterloo, what does it mean for you?
THURSDAYS at 4:30pm UK TIME on BFBS RADIO 2and 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 & DAB in the UK and on FM in Scotland, Colchester, Salisbury Plain, Aldershot, Catterick & Blandford Forum)
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(First broadcast on Thursday 4th June 2015 at 4.30pm)
Who’s our biggest threat – Islamic State or Russia?
And should the UK send ground troops to fight alongside the Iraqi Army? One former British Army Commander thinks they should.
Will America’s snooping restrictions have an impact on British Intelligence?
Could there be major development problems for the carriers’ new F35 fighter jets?
And why Forces’ sport is an integral part of military life …………………………
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PRESENTER THIS WEEK: Kate Gerbeau
STUDIO GUEST: BFBS defence analyst Christopher Lee
OTHER INTERVIEWS:
Defence Cuts
BFBS defence analyst Christopher Lee
Ukraine/ISIS
Professor Paul Rogers from the department of peace studies at the University of Bradford
ISIS in Iraq
Lieutenant General Graeme Lamb served in Iraq as Deputy Commanding General of the multi-national force.
F35s
Former Royal Navy Lieutenant Commander Sharkey Ward
Amercian & British intelligence gathering
Richard Norton-Taylor who writes for the Guardian on defence and security matters
Forces Sport
BFBS Reporter Julian Evans
THURSDAYS at 4:30pm UK TIME on BFBS RADIO 2and 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 & DAB in the UK and on FM in Scotland, Colchester, Salisbury Plain, Aldershot, Catterick & Blandford Forum)
Sky Channel 0211
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PRESENTER THIS WEEK: Kate Gerbeau
(First broadcast on Thursday 28th May 2015 at 4.30pm)
Find out how the next SDSR is shaping up.
What the new Crowsnest surveillance system will mean for the Royal Navy.
Why Obama has spoken out about Russian’s aggression towards Ukraine.
And, why China could be heading for a show-down with the US over the disputed South China Islands.
And from British Soldier to Blackwater - life as a security contractor in Iraq.
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PRESENTER THIS WEEK: Kate Gerbeau
STUDIO GUEST: BFBS defence analyst Christopher Lee
OTHER INTERVIEWS:
QUEEN’S SPEECH AND SDSR
BFBS reporter James Hirst interview with Professor Malcolm Chalmers, from the Defence and Security think tank - The Royal United Services Institute,
CROWSNEST SURVEILLANCE FOR THE ROYAL NAVY.
Commander Graham Edmonds, Vice Chairman, at the UK National Defence Association.
RUSSIAN/NATO/UKRAINE.
Professor Michael Stathis from the University of Southern Utah & BFBS defence analyst Christopher Lee.
CHINA & THE DISPUTED SOUTH CHINA ISLANDS.
Mark Stone Asia Correspondent for Sky News.
BLACKWATER
One former British soldier talks about his time as a Blackwater contractor in Iraq.
THURSDAYS at 4:30pm UK TIME on BFBS RADIO 2and 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 & DAB in the UK and on FM in Scotland, Colchester, Salisbury Plain, Aldershot, Catterick & Blandford Forum)
Sky Channel 0211
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(First broadcast on Thursday 21st May 2015 at 4.30pm)
AS IS gathers ground in both Syria & Iraq, Sitrep speaks to a leading expert on Islamic State as the militants continue to gather ground in Iraq and Syria.
Also this week, is America sending weapons into space?
Nato chiefs of staff list new security challenges.
And why more people are dying in conflict despite fewer wars being fought.
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PRESENTER THIS WEEK: Kate Gerbeau
STUDIO GUEST: BFBS defence analyst Christopher Lee
OTHER INTERVIEWS:
Abdel Bari Atwan, author of "Islamic State - The Digital Caliphate"
BFBS reporter Victoria Smith interview with the International Institute for Strategic Studies Director of transnational threats and political risk, Nigel Inkster, as it publishes its 2015 Armed Conflict Survey.
X-37B Spacecraft with Kenneth Chang ,Science Reporter from The New York Times,
BFBS reporter James Hirst talks to the people behind a new film giving a unique insight into the Afghan Army in Helmand . "Tell Spring Not To Come This Year"
THURSDAYS at 4:30pm UK TIME on BFBS RADIO 2and 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 & DAB in the UK and on FM in Scotland, Colchester, Salisbury Plain, Aldershot, Catterick & Blandford Forum)
Sky Channel 0211
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PRESENTER THIS WEEK: Kate Gerbeau
In Syria - have the Generals had enough of Assad?
Is NATO lining up it's Baltic army?
Who will be the new Chair of the Defence Select Committee?
RAF Chinooks are being prevented from helping in Nepal. Has Britain sent the wrong type of helicopter?
And some right royal opinions have aired about the Ministry of Defence.
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PRESENTER THIS WEEK: Kate Gerbeau
STUDIO GUEST: BFBS defence analyst Christopher Lee
OTHER INTERVIEWS:
Sir Andrew Green, a former British Ambassador in Damascus.
Former Chief of the General Staff, Lord Dannatt, discussing the possibility of Nato troops being deployed to Baltic states.
The Conservative MP Colonel Bob Stewart talking to Tim Cooper about the now vacant position of Chair of Commons Defence Select Committee.
Nepal Aid - Yurendra Basnett , Research Fellow from the Overseas Development Institute (ODI)
THURSDAYS at 4:30pm UK TIME on BFBS RADIO 2and 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 & DAB in the UK and on FM in Scotland, Colchester, Salisbury Plain, Aldershot, Catterick & Blandford Forum)
Sky Channel 0211
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How Gurkha engineers and the RAF are providing aid to Nepal
Trident - why the debate goes on?
There's a new man in charge of Northern Cyprus, will that help the stalled peace talks?
And Britain's Greatest Generation with stories of VE Day and beyond.
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PRESENTER THIS WEEK: Paula Middlehurst
STUDIO GUEST: BFBS defence analyst Christopher Lee.
OTHER INTERVIEWS:
TRIDENT
Interview with former Chief of the Defence Staff Lord Boyce, and BFBS defence analyst Christopher Lee
NEW PRESIDENT OF NORTHERN CYPRUS
Correspondent - Mike Theodoulou
BOOK REVIEW
Sue Elliot, Co-Author of "Britain's Greatest Generation”
The Mediterranean migrants crisis…did we heed the warnings?
The use of drones - are we being told everything?
100 years on what did we learn from Gallipoli?
and…with two weeks to go…what are the main defence issues dominating the election?
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PRESENTER THIS WEEK: Kate Gerbeau
STUDIO GUESTS: BFBS defence analyst Christopher Lee and former Royal Marine, Major General Julian Thompson.
OTHER INTERVIEWS:
General Sir Nick Parker, former Commander, Land Forces speaking to BFBS reporter James Hirst ahead of the general election on defence issues.
Book review with author Chris Woods, a former BBC Panorama producer whose new book is Sudden Justice, America’s Secret Drone Wars
How the US UK Joint Exercise in The States is helping to cement the special relationship.
Russia - The Big Question, should we be frightened of Putin?
Find out about the report on Britain's nuclear deterrent that no-body wants published.
In Syria, Is President Assad still using chlorine and cyanide in attacks against his own people?
And The Election - why no one wants to talk defence.
PRESENTER THIS WEEK: Kate Gerbeau
STUDIO GUESTS: BFBS defence analyst Christopher Lee,
(First broadcast on Thursday 9th April 2015 at 4.30pm)
The Tories want to talk Trident - but what does it mean to voters?
Why is Iran sending ships to Yemen?
Where are North Korea's missing missiles?
And why 2015 is a big year for the Gurkhas...
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PRESENTER THIS WEEK: Kate Gerbeau
STUDIO GUESTS: BFBS defence analyst Christopher Lee,
OTHER INTERVIEWS:
Naval Historian and defence strategist Professor Eric Grove on Trident.
Edward Schwarck is a research fellow at the Royal United Services Institute specialising in Asia Studies, discussing Japan.
Lal Shahi,(POR: Lal Shar-hee) the Manager of BFBS Gurkha Radio service down in Shorncliffe, on the Gurkha 200 Anniversary celebrations.
75th Anniversary of the Second World War's 'Battle of Narvik', Ron Cope has written a book on the battle. It's called "Attack at Dawn'
THURSDAYS at 4:30 UK TIME on BFBS RADIO 2and at 6:30 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 webb, App & DAB in the UK and on FM in Scotland, Colchester, Salisbury Plain, Aldershot, Catterick & Blandford Forum)
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(First broadcast on Thursday 26th March 2015 at 4.30pm)
British troops train up Syrian Rebels – is this the start of something bigger?
Why are the Saudis are bombing Yemen.
The voice of reason from the Vicar of Baghdad…
Does Argentina really fancy another pop at the Falklands?
And Richard the Third – were you there when they buried him?
PRESENTER THIS WEEK: Kate Gerbeau
STUDIO GUESTS: BFBS defence analyst Christopher Lee, military strategist Professor Eric Grove.
OTHER INTERVIEWS:
Canon Andrew White – known as the Vicar of Baghdad, is in Jerusalem.
Chair of House of Commons Defence committee, Rory Stewart speaking to James Hirst
Major General Julian Thompson, who commanded 3 Commando Brigade, during the Falklands War.
THURSDAYS at 4:30 UK TIME on BFBS RADIO 2and at 6:30 UK TIME on BFBS & UK Bases
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(First broadcast on Thursday 19th March 2015 at 4.30pm)
British troops are going to Ukraine, but what exactly will they do there?
Terror in Tunisia - why did terrorists target the fledgling democracy?
The budget – good news for veterans and military charities.
Post Traumatic Stress disorder – what happens when it’s the nurse who suffers?
And all aboard, as a new look for navy personnel is announced…
PRESENTER THIS WEEK: Kate Gerbeau
STUDIO GUESTS: BFBS defence analyst Christopher Lee,
OTHER INTERVIEWS:
Toops to Ukraine & terror attack in Tunisia, Michael Evans from The Times
The Budget – BFBS reporter James Hirst & Michael Evans from The Times
Major Lawrence Roche on Exercise Tractable on Salisbury Plain
Army Nursing officer Kerrie Pealin discussing her personal experience of Post Traumatic Stress disorder.
THURSDAYS at 4:30 UK TIME on BFBS RADIO 2and at 6:30 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 webb, App & DAB in the UK and on FM in Scotland, Colchester, Salisbury Plain, Aldershot, Catterick & Blandford Forum)
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Tony Blair speaks exclusively Sitrep’s Kate Gerbeau ahead of tomorrow’s service of commemoration for the war in Afghanistan at St Paul’s cathedral.
Plus: Why is everybody getting obsessed about 2%?
And taking the war against IS personally – why former British soldiers want some of the action.
PRESENTER THIS WEEK: Kate Gerbeau
STUDIO GUESTS: BFBS defence analyst Christopher Lee,
OTHER INTERVIEWS:
Former Prime Minister, Tony Blair interview with Kate Gerbeau
Professor Malcolm Chalmers who is RUSI’s Director of UK defence policy studies, discussing Britain’s 2% contribution of GCP to NATO.
Simon Marks reporting on Defence Secretary Michael Fallon visit to Washington this week.
Two former Army officers, Tony Harris and James Banks, debate why former soldiers are heading off to fight IS.
THURSDAYS at 4:30 UK TIME on BFBS RADIO 2and at 6:30 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 webb, App & DAB in the UK and on FM in Scotland, Colchester, Salisbury Plain, Aldershot, Catterick & Blandford Forum)
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British Troops for Ukraine as Putin’s ships stand off Cyprus.
Why a Tory big beast is saying hands off the MoD budget.
Jihadi John revealed as Washington pulls off his mask.
Could a new Sikh Regiment in the British Army become a reality?
And women on the front line – we find out how the Danes do it.
"And for a cheeky bit of Sitrep Extra check out the BFBS Radio Facebook Page..."?
PRESENTER THIS WEEK : Kate Gerbeau
STUDIO GUESTS: BFBS defence analyst Christopher Lee, and historian and strategic analyst Dr Eric Grove
OTHER INTERVIEWS:
Victoria Cross award discussion
Chairman of the Commons Foreign Affairs Committee Sir Richard Ottaway talking to BFBS reporter James Hirst about Russia/Ukraine.
BFBS reporter Emma Nelson special report on the role of women in the Danish Army.
Sikhs in the British Army Tom Tugendhat who has served as the
Tom Tugendhat, the former military assistant to the Chief of the Defence Staff military assistant to the Chief of the Defence Staff, Lord Richards, discussing the idea of Sikh regiment.
THURSDAYS at 4:30 UK TIME on BFBS RADIO 2and at 6:30 UK TIME on BFBS & UK Bases
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Why the Defence Secretary is urging NATO to be ready for any Russian aggression in the Baltic States.
How is the Ukraine ceasefire holding up?
How should Libya deal with Islamic militants?
Are British troops winning in the fight against Ebola in West Africa?
And what was it like to live in Kabul at the height of the war in Afghanistan?
PRESENTER THIS WEEK : Kate Gerbeau
STUDIO GUESTS: BFBS defence analyst Christopher Lee,
OTHER INTERVIEWS:
Michael Bociurkiw (Bossuhrkyoo) is spokesman for the Organisation for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE)
Oliver Miles, the former British Ambassador to Libya.
BFBS reporter Charlotte Cross on the Defence Secretary’s visit to Sierra Leone
Heidi Kingstone, author of Despatches from the Kabul Café.
THURSDAYS at 4:30 UK TIME on BFBS RADIO 2and at 6:30 UK TIME on BFBS & UK Bases
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