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Following the Allied victory over the Central Powers in 1918, the RAF emerged as the largest air force in the world. [9] Since its formation, the RAF has played a significant role in British military history.

Dec 29, 2025 · Royal Air Force (RAF), youngest of the three British armed services, charged with the air defense of the United Kingdom and the fulfillment of international defense commitments. It is the …

Sep 30, 2025 · In this hub, you'll find details about the history of the RAF, including the founding of the air force, key Second World War operations, and RAF squadrons and sections.

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1 day ago · RAF carries out strikes against IS underground facility in Syria Typhoon FGR4 combat jets were used to bomb the target, supported by a Voyager refuelling tanker.

1 day ago · RAF Typhoons bombed ISIS targets in Syria in a joint operation with France, the Ministry of Defence said on Saturday night. British forces targeted an underground facility where ISIS was …

20 hours ago · Yes, Rafale jets were used. French Rafale and British RAF Typhoon FGR4 jets carried out a joint strike on January 3, 2026, destroying an ISIS underground weapons facility near Palmyra …

1 day ago · RAF Typhoons joined French aircraft in a joint strike on Saturday evening on an underground facility in Syria which had been occupied by Isis, most likely to store weapons and …

1 day ago · RAF Typhoon jets joined French aircraft in a strike on an Islamic State group arms store in Syria, UK officials say.