Simon Enright

Director of Comms, Ministry of Defence . Formerly, Freuds, King, Queen and NHS England. Learned my trade at the BBC

[Ministry of Defence 🇬🇧 @DefenceHQ]

People are the heart of defence. We thank our Armed Forces for their sacrifices. This Government has awarded a 3.6% pay rise, bringing total pay increases to 14.1% since July 2024 - recognising their dedication as defence demands grow.

Read more: https://t.co/QLiq40fUjl

[Mike Pompeo @mikepompeo]

Within hours of being announced as the nominee to be the U.S. Director of the CIA, I received a hand-delivered message on MI6 stationery congratulating me on my nomination. It was signed simply "C" in green ink. Legendary. I shared it with my son and even he thought I was now cool!

More than that, this note, from Sir Alex Younger, Chief of the Secret Intelligence Service of the United Kingdom, confirmed what I already believed: the work that the CIA and MI6 did together mattered, that the partnership was critical, and that two leaders focused on the mission could save lives and provide tools for our nations to deter our adversaries.

Alex's passing this week brought back so many memories of our time in service together. He flew to Langley to see me the day I was confirmed. We brought our two senior teams together in the UK to plan and coordinate and build in the first several weeks of my time on duty: making clear to them all that this relationship was more than special - it was critical for the security of our two countries.

Alex was a remarkable intelligence partner. When we needed help, it wasn't "let me see;" it was "this matters to you and America we'll get it done." And he and his team always did. I think he knew we would do the same for him and his team and his nation. Many Americans are alive today because of his leadership of MI6, I never knew how to thank him enough.

Alex became a friend as well. In the years since we both left office we would see each other from time to time. He was always so kind, so thoughtful, so smart. His deep love of his country was surpassed only by his deep commitment and love of his family. Decent and proper - and funny as hell - Alex was "C." As espionage requires, he was quiet, not attention seeking. He knew what evil was and he was ruthless in his efforts to crush it with every legal tool at his command. And he knew who his friends were and committed himself to supporting them.

I miss Sir Alex Younger. He was a role model for me and a man with whom every minute I spent was valued and savored. Blessings to you Alex. Praying for you and for your family. Well done and may you rest in peace in His hands.

[BFBS Forces News @ForcesNews]

"Their sacrifice will not be forgotten"

A moment's silence took place before the start of the IS Ice Hockey final, to pay tribute to the three Royal Navy helicopter crash victims

[UK Defence Staff in US @UKdefUS]

"This will rapidly give our forces the very most advanced battlefield technologies as together we produce a ‌range of cutting-edge sensors and weapons systems for undersea drones," says Defence Secretary John Healey.

[Ministry of Defence 🇬🇧 @DefenceHQ]

Euro-Atlantic security and Indo-Pacific security are indivisible.

This weekend the Defence Secretary @JohnHealey_MP has been meeting partners from across the Indo-Pacific, as part of the Shangri-La Dialogue.

Together, we are working to ensure the stability of this vital region.

[British Army 🇬🇧 @BritishArmy]

Beneath the streets of London, soldiers on Exercise Arrcade Strike defended the systems modern warfare depends on.

See how @HQARRC operated in a fictional secret underground headquarters, strengthening @NATO deterrence through integrated command and control 🫡

Discover more ⬇️
https://t.co/eG03Vf8ZiK

[John Healey @JohnHealey_MP]

New defence deal secured 🇬🇧🇦🇺🇺🇸

Today, we announced the first ever AUKUS pillar 2 signature project.

Backed by over £150M, our new weapons and sensors for undersea drones will secure the High North and Indo Pacific.

We’re full steam ahead on AUKUS.

[Al Carns @AlistairCarns]

Have a great evening everyone..

[Ministry of Defence 🇬🇧 @DefenceHQ]

A @RoyalAirForce Rivet Joint aircraft operating in international airspace over the Black Sea was dangerously intercepted by Russian military jets – flying as close as six metres and triggering onboard emergency systems.

Despite these reckless manoeuvres, RAF crew completed their mission safely. The aircraft was conducting a routine flight in support of @NATO operations, contributing to the security of the Alliance’s eastern flank.

The RAF Rivet Joint is a specialist reconnaissance aircraft equipped with advanced electronic surveillance sensors, providing critical situational awareness to help safeguard NATO territory.

This incident reflects ongoing Russian aggression and heightened military activity across Eastern Europe and the High North – the UK will continue to stand firm with its allies, united in the defence of NATO.

[John Healey @JohnHealey_MP]

The actions of Russian pilots towards an unarmed @RoyalAirForce aircraft are dangerous and unacceptable.

I pay tribute to the outstanding bravery of the RAF crew, who completed their mission safely.

This will not deter the UK’s commitment to defend our @NATO allies.

[Simon Enright @simonenright]

Russian jets 'dangerously' intercept RAF spy plane over Black Sea - not acceptable from Russia. The RAF crew bravely continued their mission, not letting the jets put them off. https://t.co/nmSL1dzx0D

[John Healey @JohnHealey_MP]

Proud to co-chair today’s Strait of Hormuz Defence Ministers meeting of 40+ nations, united behind a credible, defensive mission.

The Strait carries a fifth of the world's oil. Securing freedom of navigation matters for people at home & globally, and the UK is leading the effort

[BFBS Forces News @ForcesNews]

Strap in:parachute:

Paratroopers from the RAF and 16 Air Assault Brigade carried out a high-risk jump to a remote island to deliver urgent medical aid to a British national with suspected hantavirus — where parachuting was the only option @16AirAssltBCT @DefenceHQ

[British Army 🇬🇧 @BritishArmy]

Across 7,000 miles and 48 hours, service personnel across defence came together to support one fast-paced mission 🪖

Troops from @16AirAssltBCT parachuted medics and life-saving supplies onto Tristan da Cunha after a suspected Hantavirus case put the remote island under pressure 🪂

A powerful demonstration of the speed, reach and readiness of UK airborne forces supported by the @RoyalAirForce

Read more below ⬇️
https://t.co/lRp7R2uIaj

@DefenceHQ @DefenceOps

[RAF Gibraltar @RAF_Gib]

Star of the moment ⭐️🤩

Fresh from delivering specialist personnel and vital medical supplies to Tristan da Cunha, this A400M stopped overnight at RAF Gibraltar after an earlier visit to Ascension Island.

Supporting the British Overseas Territories when it matters most 💪🏻

[UK Defence Journal @UKDefJournal]

In a UK military first, Army paratroopers staged through Ascension Island before jumping onto Britain's most remote territory to deliver emergency Hantavirus support to Tristan da Cunha.

[Ministry of Defence 🇬🇧 @DefenceHQ]

9,788km from the UK across the South Atlantic, one operation 🪂

@BritishArmy and @RoyalAirForce joined forces to deliver urgent medical supplies to one of the world’s most remote communities, Tristan da Cunha.

[Sky News @SkyNews]

A British Army specialist team parachuted onto Tristan da Cunha to deliver critical medical support after it was confirmed that one British national on the island was suspected of contracting Hantavirus

Brigadier Ed Cartwright gives details on situation

[Yvette Cooper @YvetteCooperMP]

I am deeply grateful to the @16AirAssltBCT in getting urgent medical support to Tristan da Cunha.

This extraordinary operation reflects our unwavering commitment to the people of our Overseas Territories and British nationals, wherever they are.