BFBS Sitrep

  Syria edges closer to civil war but what can the international community do about it?   There's a stark warning about the Taliban's plans during Nato's exit from Afghanistan.   Why Russia objects to Nato's missile defence   And the Queen celebrates 60 years as head of the armed forces.   PRESENTER:  Kate Gerbeau   STUDIO GUEST:  BFBS’s defence analyst, Christopher Lee .................................................................................     You can listen on BFBS Radio 2 at 1630 (UK time) and on BFBS Radio 1 at 1830 (UK time) Alternatively listen again on the website.

What measures are being taken to prevent Iran extending its nuclear programme?   What happened at the Nato Summit and how it will affect the future of British Forces   Why Amnesty International has condemned the UN in it’s report.   Memories from Royal Marines & Paratroopers as they return to the Falklands to remember 1982 & landing day   And never mind the singing – find out why the Eurovision song contests is all about the politics     PRESENTER:  Kate Gerbeau STUDIO GUEST:  BFBS’s defence analyst, Christopher Lee    INTERVIEWS Professor Paul Rogers, Dept of Peace Studies at Bradford University discussing Iran/Afghanistan/Amnesty & Egyptian elections BFBS Reporter James Hirst on the Nato Summit BFBS Reporter Charlotte Cross in the Falkland Islands Dr Karen Fricker, on the geo-politics of the Eurovision Song Contest       You can listen on BFBS Radio 2 at 1630 (UK time) and on BFBS Radio 1 at 1830 (UK time) Alternatively listen again on the website.

SITREP Trail May 17th What’s on Nato’s agenda as it prepares for the Chicago Summit next week? General Mladic is on trial at the Haig for war crimes – but what measures are in place to prevent another atrocity happening & can anyone ever escape war crimes? How depth therapy is helping the rehabilitation of injured servicemen And the forgotten Battles of Scotland – why should they be remembered?  PRESENTER:  Kate GerbeauSTUDIO GUEST:  BFBS’s defence analyst, Christopher Lee  INTERVIEWS Sir Malcolm Rifkind previewing the Nato summit in Chicago next week, & discussing European financial crisis and war crimes. Forces News reporter James Hirst on  Nato's forthcoming summit  Colonel Bob Stewart on war crimes Forces News reporter Fiona Weir on depth therapy for servicemen Dr Tony Pollard of Glasgow Univesity on Scotland's forgotten battles.  You can listen on BFBS Radio 2 at 1630 (UK time) and on BFBS Radio 1 at 1830 (UK time)Alternatively listen again on the website.

SITREP Trail May 10th   There's been a U-turn over which planes to use on the Carriers - but is it the right decision?   Why there's anger in Scotland over plans to lose some historic regimental names   Why France's new President-elect wants to speed up the withdrawal of French troops from Afghanistan.   And the new memorial to Bomber Command is nearing completion - but why has it taken so long?     PRESENTER:  Kate Gerbeau STUDIO GUEST:  BFBS’s defence analyst, Christopher Lee    INTERVIEWS The Secretary of State for Defence, Philip Hammond on the Carriers   The Shadow Secretary of State for Defence, Jim Murphy, on Carriers and proposed cuts to Scottish regiments.   BBC's Paris correspondent, Hugh Schofield, discussing the new President elect       You can listen on BFBS Radio 2 at 1630 (UK time) and on BFBS Radio 1 at 1830 (UK time) Alternatively listen again on the website.

  It’s been a year since Osama bin Laden was killed – but has his death weakened Al Qaeda?  Sitrep gains unique access to Nato’s Maritime Operations centre in Naples.   Find out how the Defence industry is weathering the financial crisis…..   And Olympic security is put through its final tests    PRESENTER:  Kate Gerbeau STUDIO GUEST:  BFBS’s defence analyst, Christopher Lee    INTERVIEWS From Camp Bastion British Forces News’ reporter Simon Newton   BFN reporter Geoff Meade discusses his visit to  Nato’s Maritime Operations centre in Naples   British Forces News’  Will Inglis reports on   British Forces News’ reporter James Banks reports from the latest Olympic military security exercise    PRESENTER:  Kate Gerbeau   STUDIO GUEST:  BFBS’s defence analyst, Christopher Lee    You can listen on BFBS Radio 2 at 1630 (UK time) and on BFBS Radio 1 at 1830 (UK time) Alternatively listen again on the website.

Has NATO got its strategy right in the lead-up to the Chicago summit in May?   Why the Parliament's financial watchdog is highly critical of the soaring costs of the Carrier programme.   Will the Arctic Convoy veterans finally get the medal they’ve fought so long for?   And all you need to know about the 21 gun salute…..   PRESENTER:  Kate Gerbeau   STUDIO GUEST:  BFBS’s defence analyst, Christopher Lee    You can listen on BFBS Radio 2 at 1630 (UK time) and on BFBS Radio 1 at 1830 (UK time) Alternatively listen again on the website.

  SITREP trail April 19th   Financial help for the future of Afghanistan but will NATO countries be happy to foot the bill?   Why an expert on the region is saying the forecast for peace after 2014 is unpredictable.   How Operation Joint Warrior is helping to promote cooperation with our European allies   And some unusual tales from Falkland veterans…..     PRESENTER:  Kate Gerbeau   STUDIO GUEST:  BFBS’s defence analyst, Christopher Lee    You can listen on BFBS Radio 2 at 1630 (UK time) and on BFBS Radio 1 at 1830 (UK time) Alternatively listen again on the website.   Interviews:   Dr Michael Clarke, Director of RUSI, The Royal United Services Institute   British Forces News’  reporter James Hirst from Camp Bastion   British Forces News’  reporter Tim Cooper on Operation Joint Warrior   British Forces News’  reporter Charlotte Cross speaking to Falkland veterans.

The head of Nato says Afghan handover is on track but Afghan’s security forces are still concerned about security post 2014   Will the Syrian ceasefire hold – and what happens next? The invisible scars of PTSD - and is enough being done to help those who suffer? Plus....the important strategic position the Ascension Islands hold   PRESENTER:  Kate Gerbeau   STUDIO GUEST:  BFBS’s defence analyst, Christopher Lee    You can listen on BFBS Radio 2 at 1630 (UK time) and on BFBS Radio 1 at 1830 (UK time) Alternatively listen again on the website.   Interviews:   Professor Neil Greenberg , Surgeon Captain Royal Navy & Piers Bishop: from the charity Resolution Rebuilding Lives on Mental Health Issues   Jon Marks , Middle East analyst on the Syrian conflict and Iran’s nuclear ambition   British Forces News’  reporter Geoff Meade on the Ascension Islands  

The Government wants to hold secret court hearings, so,  is there a case for some types of evidence to be heard behind closed doors It’s been a week of reminiscing in the Falkland Islands, but what are the feelings of the Islanders thirty years on?  How former servicemen are being trained to fight pirates off the coast of Somalia And why the cost of surrender is a lucrative business…… PRESENTER:  Kate Gerbeau STUDIO GUEST:  BFBS’s defence analyst, Christopher Lee  ......................................................................................................................................You can listen on BFBS Radio 2 at 1630 (UK time) and on BFBS Radio 1 at 1830 (UK time)Alternatively listen again on the website.

SITREP TRAIL 29 March How much trust is there between British and Afghan forces following the shooting of two British soldiers and what can be done to help prevent another attack? The Defence Secretary Phillip Hammond’s surprise visit to Afghanistan What mistakes were made in the lead-up to the Argentine invasion of the Falklands Islands? And the preparations of the Household Cavalry as they get ready for a busy schedule this summer.   PRESENTER:  Kate Gerbeau STUDIO GUESTS:  BFBS’s defence analyst, Christopher Lee Interviews with:Major Mike Minor on training of Afghan recruits.Major General Julian Thompson, commander 40 Brigade during the Falklands war.British Forces News reporter James Hirst from Afghanistan. ......................................................................................................................................You can listen on BFBS Radio 2 at 1630 (UK time) and on BFBS Radio 1 at 1830 (UK time)Alternatively listen again on the website.