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A @USNavy warship used an SM-3 interceptor against an Iranian ballistic missile aimed at Diego Garcia in the Indian Ocean. According to the @WSJ two Intermediate-range Ballistic Missiles (IRBM) were reportedly fired by Tehran at the UK-owned, but US operated, island airbase and
Speaks volumes on the Navy's failure to penetrate the public consciousness despite the work of the Senior Service being fundamental to the security and prosperity of the nation. More Greens like the Army than the Navy or RAF - v. interesting. Reform seem very Army Barmy, the Lib
Which do you think is the most important branch of the armed forces for UK national security?
Royal Air Force: 22%
The Army: 21%
Royal Navy: 16%
Don't know: 41%
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Odin says: with the reported '£10 billion of savings' and delays to the Defence Investment Plan, the verdict is in on the current @GOVUK when it comes to protection of the nation - its home seas, skies and territory. And on its lack of interest in preserving and properly
1/9 As part of an alleged £10 billion in @GOVUK defence savings - amid major wars in the Ukraine (with the Russians having the UK high on their current & future hit list) and in the Middle East (exposing the poor state of the Royal Navy) - it has been reported, the RN will suffer
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8/9 The future HMS Cardiff, seen here shortly before being floated off. She is currently fitting out on the Clyde, second of what is meant to be eight new City Class (Type 26) frigates being built for the Royal Navy. However, the current UK government will, under a £10 billion
9/9 If you want to check out the considerable fleet of ex @RoyalNavy vessels that continue to sail on and give good service for foreign fleets after being discarded in UK Government defence cuts since the 1990s check out a four-page feature in our 'Guide to the Royal Navy 2026'
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