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Scottish oil terminal to become new Royal Navy base

AN OIL terminal in Inverclyde is set to be turned into a new naval base to help supply British and Nato warships, the Royal Navy has announced ...

The National (Scotland)

Starmer blasts Argentina stars in banner storm: 'World Cup might not be ours but Falklands are'

‘Our commitment to the Falklands will never waver,’ says Downing Street in wake of growing row over post-match celebrations

Evening Standard

Argentina accuses British warship of ‘illegal journey’ into its waters after World Cup win

In a statement on Wednesday night, Pablo Quirno, Argentina’s foreign minister, accused the Royal Navy of a ‘military incursion’ into Argentine waters

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UK Shipyards to Build Dutch-Designed Drone-Ready Warships in £2.4bn NATO Deal to Boost Fleet

The UK and Netherlands have signed a £2.4 billion defence deal to build eight amphibious warships in British shipyards, enhancing military cooperation and supporting skilled jobs.

International Business Times UK

America’s battlefield dominance is under serious threat

The article argues that warfare is undergoing a rapid transformation driven by drones, artificial intelligence and cheaper technologies that can neutralize far more expensive military assets. It highlights how Ukraine’s mass use of drones and drone boats has inflicted heavy losses on Russia at a fraction of the cost of…

The Economic Times

Rare 1776 copy of US Declaration of Independence discovered in London after 250 years

A rare copy of the Declaration of Independence, believed to have been lost for more than 250 years, has been discovered at Britain's National Archives in London, making it the only known example of its kind to survive outside the United States. The National Archives said the Declaration was among…

The Times of India

The new technologies in the UK defence investment plan

Seventy years ago, Britain confronted a dilemma. It wanted to remain a leading military power but no longer had the economic resources to sustain all the conventional capabilities it had inherited from the second world war.

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Archivist stumbles upon ‘vanishingly rare’ copy of US independence document

Michael Scurr said he had to keep the discovery from fellow volunteers at the National Archives, as well as his friends and family.

Evening Standard

Volunteer finds ‘vanishingly rare’ Declaration of Independence in London archive

Michael Scurr said he had to keep the discovery from fellow volunteers at the National Archives, as well as his friends and family.

The Independent UK

Royal Navy man jailed in 2001 for two murders allegedly sexually assaulted four others, jury told

Winchester court hears accusations of offences by former petty officer Allan Grimson against males as young as 14

The Guardian - UK

The End of Britain's Iconic Destroyers? Royal Navy's Future Fleet Will Be Built Around Drones Instead

The Royal Navy will replace its Type 45 destroyers with drone-armed Common Combat Vessels due to budget constraints, marking a shift towards hybrid naval capabilities.

International Business Times UK

What are the Royal Navy’s new common combat vessels and what do they do?

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The Independent UK

What will the Navy’s modern uncrewed vessels look like and what will replace the destroyers?

The new defence investment plan (Dip) means the Navy will plan uncrewed, drone-compatible vessels

The Independent UK

Plans to replace destroyers scrapped to make way for drone hubs in ‘hybrid Navy’

The Royal Navy will instead procure at least six ‘common combat vessels’, which will act as command hubs for uncrewed systems, officials said.

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Plans to replace ageing destroyers scrapped to make way for drones in ‘hybrid Navy’

Underwater drones will be included in bid to tackle Russian submarine activity in the Atlantic

The Independent UK

Royal Navy shadows Russian warships in UK waters for three months

Five navy ships have been involved in the monitoring of the Admiral Grigorovich

The Guardian - UK

Brexit and Covid beset Royal Navy contractor as profits plunge

Babcock reports underlying operating profits down 19%, with frigate-building programme making a loss

The Economic Times

Quote of the day by Prince Philip: 'When a man opens a car door for his wife, it’s either...' Life lessons on true love, marriage, chivalry, romantic gestures and relationships

Quote of the day by Prince Philip reminds people that small gestures matter in long-term relationships. The famous line uses humor to explain how romance can fade with time if couples stop making an effort. The quote also encourages partners to value kindness, respect, laughter and simple acts of care…

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Fatal Merlin MK4 Crash Reignites Debate Over Navy Funding, Ageing Aircraft and £7M Fleet Losses

The challenges facing the Royal Navy's Merlin MK4 helicopters, including recent tragic incidents, operational roles, and the impact of funding shortages on fleet safety and readiness.

The Independent UK

What is the Russian frigate Admiral Grigorovich? The warship that fired shots at yacht in English Channel

The ship, a Black Sea fleet frigate, has been shadowed by the Royal Navy on a few occasions as it has passed through the English Channel

The Independent UK

Rachel Reeves opens door to tax rises to pay for defence

‘Money has to come from somewhere, and borrowing cannot always be answer,’ chancellor says

Evening Standard

Britain's £3.5bn warship HMS Prince of Wales breaks down again as technical issue detected

The vessel was forced to dock in Norway, delaying its departure or the celebrations marking the 250th anniversary of the US Declaration of Independence

The Guardian - UK

Grave in Norfolk of 119 sailors may be exhumed due to coastal erosion threat

Bodies were buried in Happisburgh after HMS Invincible sank in 1801 on way to join Nelson at Battle of Copenhagen

Evening Standard

Technical issue detected on UK’s largest warship while docked in Norway

Earlier this month, HMS Prince of Wales set sail from Scotland for Nordic waters to provide security in the Atlantic and High North regions.

The Independent UK

HMS Prince of Wales: UK’s largest warship breaks down again

HMS Prince of Wales weighs 65,000 tonnes, and has a top speed in excess of 25 knots per hour and a range of 10,000 nautical miles

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