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UK Defence Secretary Reveals "Serious Problems" Within Armed Forces and Vows Major Overhaul

Defence Secretary John Healey has delivered a stark warning about the "serious problems" facing the UK’s Armed Forces, citing shortages of personnel, outdated recruitment policies, and cyber threats. In response, he unveiled...
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HMS Prince of Wales Returns to Portsmouth in Stunning Autumn Sunshine

HMS Prince of Wales sailed past The Round Tower in Old Portsmouth on Friday, captivating onlookers as the 65,000-tonne carrier returned in bright autumn sunshine. The vessel's arrival followed weeks of intensive...
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The King Visits HM Naval Base Clyde to Thank Submariners for Their Service

During a recent visit to HM Naval Base Clyde, The King met with submariners and their families to thank them for their service, touring a Vanguard-class submarine and recognizing their vital role...
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HMS Iron Duke Set to Arrive in Portsmouth This Afternoon

HMS Iron Duke is set to sail into Portsmouth this afternoon, following recent operations in Jersey and a mission tracking Russian naval vessels. The ship's arrival highlights its ongoing role in maritime...
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HMS Lancaster and Pakistan's PNS Shamsheer Collaborate in Counter-Terrorism and Warfare Drills

HMS Lancaster and Pakistan’s PNS Shamsheer recently conducted joint counter-terrorism exercises in the Arabian Sea, organized by the Combined Maritime Forces. This operation strengthened tactical capabilities and fostered crucial international cooperation for...
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Historic Harland & Wolff Shipyard Faces Administration, Threatening £1.6 Billion Royal Navy Contract

Harland & Wolff, the renowned Belfast shipyard that built the Titanic, is on the brink of administration, threatening a crucial £1.6 billion contract to build Royal Navy warships. As the shipyard faces...
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BAE Systems Secures Contract to Upgrade Sting Ray Torpedo for the Royal Navy

BAE Systems Secures Contract to Upgrade Sting Ray Torpedo for the Royal Navy

BAE Systems has been awarded a contract to upgrade the Sting Ray torpedo, the Royal Navy's primary lightweight anti-submarine weapon. Over the next four years, new prototypes will be developed and tested...
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HMS Iron Duke Shadows Russian Submarine Through the Dover Strait

In a coordinated operation with NATO allies, the Royal Navy’s HMS Iron Duke tracked a Russian submarine and support vessel through the Dover Strait into the Atlantic. Demonstrating the Royal Navy's vital...
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HMS Trent Seizes £750m in Drugs During Eight-Month Caribbean Mission

In a series of high-stakes drug busts, HMS Trent has intercepted nearly £750 million worth of narcotics in the Caribbean, including the Royal Navy's first-ever 'narco-sub.' These operations highlight the ship's vital...
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HMS Queen Elizabeth Returns to the Solent After Channel Exercises and Tragic Helicopter Incident

HMS Queen Elizabeth, the Royal Navy's flagship, is set to return to the Solent today after completing exercises in the Channel. Her arrival follows a period of operational training and a tragic...
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