Remembrance is an important moment of the year when we show our support for our Armed Forces. Wearing a poppy and supporting the #RoyalBritishLegion is one way to thank the Armed Forces for the sacrifices they continue to make to protect our freedom.

Royal British Legion: We’ve officially launched the Royal British Legion’s 2025 Poppy Appeal. Set against the backdrop of a stunning immersive poppy display, veterans and their families - whose lives have been rebuilt with RBL’s support - joined us to share their stories.

Remembrance is an important moment of the year when we show our support for our Armed Forces. Wearing a poppy and supporting the #RoyalBritishLegion is one way to thank the Armed Forces for the sacrifices they continue to make to protect our freedom.

Defence Operations: That MoD is delivering life-saving training to Ukraine🇬🇧🤝🇺🇦 Defence Ukraine surgeons are receiving trauma care training from #DMS_MilMed, enhancing their ability to save lives on the front line.🩺 💪Each scenario builds capability, resilience & readiness. #StandWithUkraine 🇺🇦

The Parachute Regiment: Paratroopers have competed in the Leapfest-International Airborne Competition in the USA, building both their skills and bonds with #NATO and Airborne Forces. Ready for anything 🇬🇧🆎 #BritishArmy

Edinburgh Tattoo: We’re standing by and can’t wait to get the Show going again tomorrow, subject to safety checks, and let the pipes sing once the weather settles. Massive thanks for all your kind words over the past 24 hours. We feel the love.❤️

165 Port & Maritime Regiment - Royal Logistic Corps: Think you’re too busy for the Army? Think again! More: is.gd/uWmtt7

16 Air Assault Brigade Combat Team: 🪂From crude beginnings at RAF Ringway in 1940 to today's Air Delivery Wing at @RAFBrizeNorton, marking 8⃣5⃣ years of parachute training being delivered by the RAF - #airborne forces are a joint effort! Read more: is.gd/xnpO1b

Defence Operations: 🌬️Hold your breath…it’s a competition worth aiming for!🎯 The Defence Sniper Comp brings UK 🇬🇧 tri-service, police & global allies together. Not just to scope out the competition, but also to share tactics, sharpen skills & strengthen ties🤝 Aiming together, #StrongerTogether

After an urgent appeal from #NHS Blood & Transplant, our soldiers donated blood to help combat shortages. 5,000 donations are still needed daily and each donation can save up to three lives. Read more ⬇️ ow.ly/vLgi50WA7WP

Office for Veterans’ Affairs: Struggling with your mental health? It doesn't matter how long you served or when you left, if you've served in the armed forces, there is support for you. Op COURAGE is a specialist service for veterans available across England. Visit nhs.uk/opcourage for more info.

Soldier Magazine: In August: We meet an inspirational combat sports ace fighting his way back from cancer; look at the must-have skills for the modern warfighter – and sit down for an exclusive chat with the British Army’s top recruiter. edition.pagesuite-professional.co.uk/html5/reader...

On approval from His Majesty The King, we can proudly reveal The King’s Gurkha Artillery cap badge 🎉 Read about the Army's newest unit ⬇️ ow.ly/cO5a50WyJsG

This year marks the 75th anniversary of the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo, and the British Army will once again take on the prestigious role of lead Service before a global audience. Find out more ⬇️ ow.ly/5CNC50WyB5S

Corps of Royal Engineers: We are the #Sappers! 💪 From elite training to global missions, we build skills, confidence & careers. 👷‍♂️ Officer or Soldier 🌍 Regular or Reserve 🎓 Civilian quals (up to degree level!) 🚀 We don’t just train—we shape leaders. #RoyalEngineers #BritishArmy

Royal Armoured Corps: A Dragoon Gunner operating the .50 cal Heavy Machine Gun (HMG) mounted on the Jackal 2 vehicle. If you would like to become a member of a Light Cavalry crew please visit is.gd/Ugd0S0 #armyjobs #lightcav #britisharmy #army #jackal #military #cavalry #bethebest

Your August 2025 60 Second Update: 💥 Reservists deploy to Michigan for Northern Strike 👊 Baltic Fist in Estonia 🏰 75th Royal Edinburgh Tattoo 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Army Expo 2025 in Scotland

Defence Animal Training Regiment: Our Kennel Assistants routinely chop fresh mint leaves up & leave them to soak in hot water from morning to late afternoon. This aids our dog’s digestion & dental health. As a bonus the dogs have minty fresh breath🍃! #DATR #MilitaryWorkingDogs #CanineEnrichment

Defence Medical Services: The Defence Medical  Services today announced the establishment of the Paramedic Cadre, which for the first time recognises a formal paramedic profession within the Armed Forces. Read more: is.gd/GnzGxZ

New Defence Paramedics Trade established

The DMS has today announced the establishment of the Paramedic Cadre, which for the first time recognises a formal paramedic profession…

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Royal Hospital Chelsea: #RHC has been home to the #ChelseaPensioners for 330+ years. A place of care, community and military tradition, set in the heart of London. The #SoaneStableYard is open all week, with Chelsea Pensioner exhibition, gift shop, and guided tours led by the Chelsea Pensioners.

Soldier Magazine: In July: We go behind the scenes at a hi-tech venue where troops are honing close quarter fighting drills; rendezvous with soldiers using a 3D printer to build drones during a mock battle – and meet the army’s cyber warriors. See the digital issue here: is.gd/eXH1g7

Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office: 🚨 SANCTIONED: Russian research institute and two senior Russian military officials at the heart of Russia’s chemical weapons violations. #StandWithUkraine

Welcome to your July 2025 edition of the 60 Second Update, including: 🇦🇺 Exercise Talisman Sabre takes place in Australia 🐍 Reservist medics deploy to Kenya for Exercise Haraka Serpent 🎉 Army Servicewomen's network celebrates 10 years

Latest Defence Intelligence update on the situation in Ukraine - 07 July 2025. Find out more about Defence Intelligence's use of language: ow.ly/75Ic50WltMQ #StandWithUkraine 🇺🇦

1st Battalion, The Duke of Lancaster’s Regiment has become one of #NATO’s pivotal units. Taking on the role of Forward Land Forces, it will be on readiness to strengthen frontline forces should conflict break out on the alliance’s eastern flank. Read more: is.gd/xJFYUA

There have been at least 376 recorded cases of conflict-related sexual violence committed in Russian-occupied regions of Ukraine. The real total is likely magnitudes higher. #StandWithUkraine🇺🇦

It’s 81 years since thousands of British and allied forces stormed the beaches of Normandy in an audacious operation to liberate Western Europe. We will honour and remember those who risked their lives for peace with events in Normandy today. 📷: CWGC Bayeux War Cemetery

Strategic Command: 81 years since D-Day, on 6 June 1944, over 61,000 British troops landed in Normandy, beginning Europe's liberation from Nazi occupation. We honour their bravery and remember those who gave everything for our freedom. #DDay81 #WeWillRememberThem

Al Carns: 81 years ago today thousands of brave men and woman began the liberation of Europe from Nazi tyranny. This act of courage, selflessness and sacrifice should remind us all that freedoms are not free. To the greatest generation…we salute you.