Royal Navy recruits no longer need to be swimmers before starting training
The service said recruits still need to pass a swim test, but the rules have eased regarding swimming ability before signing up.
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Ukraine Ex-Royal Navy vessels transferred to Ukraine dock at Portsmouth naval base
The two vessels, Cherkasy and Chernihiv, have arrived at HMNB Portsmouth for the first time since the war began.
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Russia Russia's bizarre anti-drone Turtle Tank believed destroyed by Ukrainian artillery
A Russian tank crew appear to have adapted their vehicle in an attempt to protect soldiers riding on top from Ukrainian drone strikes.
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Football Brize Norton beat RAF Cup holders Boulmer to reach final despite late red card
They knocked the current holders, RAF Boulmer, out with a 2-1 win at Leek Town.
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USA Watch: US military convoy motors through quiet residential streets in Germany
US Army showcased its rapid deployment skills while thundering through the German town of Frankenberg.
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Politics Sitrep: Procurement needs a shake-up to get kit to the frontline sooner rather than later
James Cartlidge was speaking on the latest Sitrep podcast about how to improve the Ministry of Defence's procurement process.
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Sea vessels New minehunting mothership RFA Stirling Castle officially welcomed into service
A dedication ceremony for the new vessel was attended by the Duke of Edinburgh - who was also treated to a tour of the ship.
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Rugby Union RAF star to return to England line-up for first time in 12 months in Scotland Six Nations clash
The Leicester Tigers player has been named in the starting line-up for Saturday's match.
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Navy US Navy made to see the error of its ways as sailor fits telescopic sight on backwards
The US Marine Corps was quick to point out how the gunsight should be fitted – releasing an image of it being used the correct way.
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Navy UK, US and Japan to hold regular joint exercises in Indo-Pacific from 2025
The three nations are set to hold regular joint exercises in the Indo-Pacific which the Defence Secretary says will send 'a strong message'.
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Ukraine Russia is firing five artillery shells for every one from Ukraine, top US general says
US General Christopher Cavoli has said Ukraine will be left unable to shoot back against the Russian invaders.
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Royals Princess Anne presents sailors with medals as she gets tour of Navy's newest frigate
Princess Anne, as sponsor, met those responsible for constructing the UK's first Type 31 warship.
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Veterans Pledge to Armed Forces veterans as housing firm completes sale of site to Chelsea FC
Stoll, a provider of housing for UK Armed Forces veterans, said 'no veteran will be left without a home'.
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Rugby Union Royal Navy beat Devonport Services in final match before Inter Service clash with RAF
A strong second half performance saw the Navy two wins a row ahead of their Air Force test.
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Special forces Trojan Footprint: The premier special forces exercise in six locations across Europe
The biannual two-week-long exercise is the largest special operations forces exercise in Europe.
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RAF Red Arrows fly final practice sortie in UK before diamond season gets under way
The team fly their last nine-ship sortie in Britain before heading overseas to complete preparations for their 60th anniversary display.