Warning shots show Russia is 'baring its teeth' in Channel, says former commodore
Despite initial fears of Russian aggression, the MOD has said the shots were not aimed at the vessel and were an attempt to prevent a ...
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Navy Moody and magnificent: F-35Bs' show of force in North Atlantic amid rising threat from Russia
Operation Firecrest, involving HMS Prince of Wales, HMS Duncan and RFA Tidespring, is underway as Russian military activity increases
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Russia Tanker's seizure strikes a blow to Putin, Jarvis says in first speech to Parliament in new role
Defence Secretary Dan Jarvis tells the House of Commons that the UK has so far sanctioned more than 550 Russian shadow fleet vessels
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Royal Marines Boarding shadow fleet tanker gets seal of approval from former head of the Royal Marines
Major General Buster Howes says interceptions like the one carried out on the Smyrtos are the stock in trade of maritime special forces
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Navy Preserve peace, prevent war: The UK's nuclear deterrent beneath the waves
The Continuous At-Sea Deterrent ensures that at least one nuclear-armed ballistic missile submarine is constantly patrolling the world's ...
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Tri-Service Armed Forces at work: Take a look at some stunning images from land, sea and air
The courage and commitment, tenacity and technology of the Royal Navy, Royal Marines, Army and Royal Air Force on display – in pictures
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Navy Into the fold: Royal Navy welcomes HMS Stirling Castle in commissioning ceremony
The former offshore support vessel was initially part of the Royal Fleet Auxiliary before being transferred over to the Navy
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Navy Mothership RFA Lyme Bay arrives in Cyprus ahead of possible Strait of Hormuz mission
Prior to arriving in Cyprus, the ship's company, comprising around 60 personnel, completed an intensive period of training in the ...
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Boxing Stars of the future: Royal Navy boxers put on a show at annual championships
Fresh faces from across the Royal Navy and the Royal Marines put up memorable performances at the Royal Navy boxing championships
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Politics UK boarding ops: After authority granted, why the hesitancy at the tip of the spear?
More than 200 so-called Russian 'shadow fleet' vessels have entered UK waters since the Prime Minister first threatened to intercept them
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Royal Marines Colours parade: Royal Marines present arms and salute the King with the new KS-1
The parade marks an important step for the Royal Marines as it transitions into the modern Commando Force
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Navy They're back! F-35Bs on deck as HMS Prince of Wales leads UK Carrier Strike Group
Working alongside allied forces, the UKCSG is conducting various exercises to strengthen collective defence across Nato's northern flank
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Royal Marines Old unit gets new name as 3 Commando Brigade becomes UK Commando Force
General Sir Gwyn Jenkins, the First Sea Lord and Commandant General Royal Marines, said the name change reflects a decade of transformation
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Navy Former sub captain says problems run deep – unlike Astute boats, as all five remain in dock
Ryan Ramsey said that past assumptions that the Royal Navy's current nuclear fleet was sufficient to be a world-leading anti-submarine ...
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Navy HMS Medway helps prevent hantavirus outbreak on UK's most remote overseas territory
With no airstrip, the island of Tristan da Cunha can only be reached by boat
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Tri-Service Courage rewarded: Armed Forces personnel to get above-inflation pay rise of 3.6%
The Government says the figure recognises their dedication and professionalism, with the average military salary rising to £45,710