The UK government is taking measures to tackle the issue of sexual violence in conflict zones with the MOD playing a large part. The UK is getting involved in the fight against sexual violence in conflict zones along with other members of the UN. In recognition of the UN’s International Day ...
An additional 34 British troops have touched down in Malakal, ready to join the UK deployment in South Sudan that is supporting the United Nations Peacekeeping mission there. The new troops join over 200 personnel already stationed in the area in support of UNMISS. The additional troops have been deployed to assist ...
The British Army’s high-readiness paratroopers are preparing to serve on a UN peacekeeping mission in South Sudan. Troops from 16 Air Assault Brigade are due to travel to the country, as part of the Defence Secretary’s promise to add 100 extra UK personnel to the mission. Michael Fallon met members of ...