Defence Chief Bids Farewell After 40 Years in Royal Navy

Defence chief bids farewell after 40 years in Royal Navy

Admiral Sir Tony Radakin has officially retired as Chief of Defence Staff. The outgoing head of the UK’s armed forces, Sir Tony Radakin, has emphasised that the nation’s relationship with Nato needs to be ‘preserved and celebrated’ following his retirement from the Royal Navy after 40 years of service. Sir Tony rose to Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) four years ago after decades of service both ashore and afloat, including on HMS Blazer and the fri…

Air Chief Marshal Knighton takes over as Defence Chief

Air Chief Marshal Sir Richard Knighton has formally taken over as Chief of the Defence Staff (CDS), succeeding Admiral Sir Tony Radakin, the Ministry of Defence announced. Radakin’s four-year tenure began in 2021 and saw him oversee the UK military response to the Russian invasion of Ukraine, efforts to rally NATO support, the Strategic Defence Review earlier this year, and the armed forces’ role in the national mourning for Queen Elizabeth II. …

UK Air Chief Marshal Richard Knighton appointed Chief of Defence Staff: Ministry

MOSCOW, Sept 3: UK Air Chief Marshal Richard Knighton has replaced Admiral Tony Radakin as head of the country’s armed forces, the UK Ministry of Defence said. “Outgoing Chief of Defence Staff Admiral Sir Tony Radakin handed over today (2nd September) to his successor, Air Chief Marshal Sir Richard Knighton. Sir Richard s appointment was announced in June 2025, succeeding Admiral Radakin, who completed his four-year term, following his appointme…