British soldier's final letter from Ukraine urges family to 'be proud'
Lance Corporal George Hooley, 28, killed in Ukraine, left a poignant letter asking his loved ones not to be broken by grief. Read his powerful message of duty and belief.
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Paratrooper George Hooley repatriated after Ukraine death
Lance Corporal George Hooley, killed in a tragic accident in Ukraine, has been repatriated to RAF Brize Norton. Crowds lined the streets to honour the 28-year-old soldier.
Paratrooper killed in Ukraine told family to 'be proud'
Lance Corporal George Hooley, 28, was killed in a tragic accident in Ukraine. In a poignant final letter, he asked his loved ones to remember him with pride for serving a cause he believed in.
Welsh soldier Bryn Jenkins found hanged at home, inquest hears
Lance Corporal Bryn Jenkins, a 24-year-old sniper with the Royal Welsh Regiment, was found dead in his garage while on leave. Tributes pour in for the 'highly capable soldier'.
WWII veteran, 103, recalls daring Christmas escape
John Gomer Morris, Britain's oldest Chelsea Pensioner at 103, shares his incredible WWII stories including a drunken Christmas Eve escape through German lines in Yugoslavia. Read his remarkable journey.
Ukrainian tank crew battles Russian drones in forest
Deep in Ukraine's northern forests, an elite tank crew becomes the last line of defence against a new Russian incursion. Watch their story unfold.
I'm A Celeb 2024 starts with dramatic parachute jump
I'm A Celebrity kicks off with five celebrities completing a daring parachute jump over Australia's Gold Coast. ITV bosses promise the 'toughest' series yet with major format changes.
Couple survives plane crash using emergency parachute
In an extraordinary tale of survival, a couple cheated death when their private aircraft experienced catastrophic failure over Arizona, deploying an innovative whole-airplane parachute system that brought them safely to ground in a dramatic desert landing
Government faces legal challenge over Bloody Sunday decision
The British government is being challenged in court over its decision not to prosecute a second soldier for the murder of a teenager during the Bloody Sunday incident in Londonderry.
Parachute Regiment faces new Troubles investigation
New probe launched into British soldier's fatal shooting of 18-year-old Patrick McVeigh in Belfast during The Troubles, raising questions about historical military conduct.
Parachute Regiment Faces Fresh Troubles Investigation
Northern Ireland's Public Prosecution Service re-examines 1972 Londonderry shootings involving British soldiers, as families continue seeking justice five decades later.
New Evidence Emerges in Parachute Regiment Probe
Fresh disclosures reveal significant developments in the ongoing inquiry into the Parachute Regiment's actions in Northern Ireland, with newly uncovered evidence challenging previous accounts.
Fresh Evidence in Parachute Regiment Bloody Sunday Probe
New findings challenge official accounts of 1972 Londonderry shootings as military police documents reveal inconsistencies in Parachute Regiment testimony.
New Evidence in Bloody Sunday Case Challenges Official Story
Fresh testimony and evidence presented to prosecutors could reopen investigation into 1972 Parachute Regiment shootings that left 13 dead in Northern Ireland.
PSNI investigated over historical abuse case handling
Northern Ireland's police watchdog launches investigation into PSNI handling of sexual offence allegations against former soldier from Parachute Regiment dating back to 1990s.
New Bloody Sunday Documents Reveal Parachute Regiment Concerns
Newly uncovered documents reveal disturbing details about the Parachute Regiment's conduct during Bloody Sunday in Londonderry, raising fresh questions about one of the darkest chapters in Northern Ireland's history.
Parachute Regiment training in Derry sparks Bloody Sunday memories
British Army parachutists have conducted training exercises in Londonderry, stirring powerful memories and community tensions in a city still grappling with the legacy of Bloody Sunday.
Teenager shot by Parachute Regiment in Bogside
Exclusive investigation reveals new details about a 15-year-old boy shot by British soldiers in Londonderry's Bogside area, raising fresh questions about historical military operations during The Troubles.
Skydiver, 52, dies in parachute failure horror
A seasoned skydiver with over 200 jumps met a tragic end during a routine dive in Queensland, Australia, when his parachute failed to deploy properly. The 52-year-old's fatal plunge is under investigation by authorities.
Parachute Regiment faces new legal battle over 1971 shooting
Exclusive: New legal action launched against Ministry of Defence over 1971 shooting of two men in Bogside, as victims' families continue their 50-year fight for justice.
Brit survives 11,000ft fall after parachutes fail
A British thrill-seeker miraculously survives plummeting 11,000 feet when both parachutes fail during Nevada desert skydive, walking away with minor injuries in what experts call 'the survival story of the decade'.
MoD Admits Liability for Bloody Sunday Killings
The Ministry of Defence has formally admitted legal liability for the deaths of three men shot by soldiers from the Parachute Regiment on Bloody Sunday in Londonderry, a pivotal moment in the Northern Ireland Troubles.
Army veterans to face trial over 1972 Bloody Sunday killings
Two former Parachute Regiment soldiers, known as Soldier A and Soldier C, will stand trial for murder and attempted murder related to the 1972 Bloody Sunday incident in Londonderry, following a recent court ruling.
Cameron's Historic Bloody Sunday Apology After New Evidence
Former Prime Minister David Cameron delivers landmark apology as new evidence emerges about Parachute Regiment's actions during Bloody Sunday in Londonderry, acknowledging 'unjustifiable and unjustified' killings.
Cameron criticised for Parachute Regiment comments in Londonderry
Former PM David Cameron sparks controversy by praising the Parachute Regiment in Londonderry, drawing sharp criticism from local politicians and victims' families over historical tensions.
Derry Outcry: Bloody Sunday Families Demand Parachute Regiment Ban
SDLP councillor John Kelly, whose brother was killed on Bloody Sunday, urges the British government to ban the Parachute Regiment from Derry's streets, citing deep-seated trauma and a breach of trust.
Newlywed Skydiver Killed in Horror Parachute Accident
A newlywed skydiving instructor has been killed in a horrific parachuting accident in Australia, just hours after celebrating his wedding. The experienced jumper, named locally as Nick, was on his 800th dive when the tragedy occurred.
Cameron Faces Scrutiny Over Parachute Regiment Comments
Former Prime Minister David Cameron's remarks about the Parachute Regiment's actions on Bloody Sunday have resurfaced, drawing criticism and calls for accountability from victims' families and political figures in Northern Ireland.
Cameron's Historic Bloody Sunday Apology
Former Prime Minister David Cameron delivers a landmark apology for the 1972 Bloody Sunday killings by British parachute regiment soldiers in Northern Ireland, acknowledging 'unjustified and unjustifiable' actions.
Red Berets & Freedom Flights: Monday's Top Photos
From a solemn parade of Parachute Regiment veterans to a powerful protest in Argentina, The Guardian's editors select the most compelling photographs from around the world today.
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