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The Latest Breaking News from The Royal Navy

Missing RFA Sailor Case Raises Tough Question: Is Britain's Naval Workforce Stretched Too Thin?

The extensive search for a missing Royal Fleet Auxiliary sailor off Ireland's coast has ended, raising questions about whether Britain's naval workforce is under increasing strain.

International Business Times UK

Fighting From Home sculpture honours vital Second World War workers

The monument in the UK’s former capital of chainmaking is inspired by its creator’s grandfather’s work to help supply the Royal Navy.

Evening Standard

Andrew allowed to keep Falklands medal despite losing royal and military titles

King Charles has agreed to his brother retaining South Atlantic medal for service during 1982 conflict

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'Wolf pack' Navy drones piloted from 500 miles away tested to shadow Russian warships near UK

The boats will eventually be able to operate without direct human control

Evening Standard

Emotional veterans say LGBT memorial ‘means everything to us’

Soldiers, sailors and airmen and women thrown out of the military because of their sexuality welcomed the King’s endorsement of the new sculpture.

Evening Standard

Why Did the Royal Navy Intercept the Russian Warship? Cause, What Happened and Historical Significance

The Royal Navy intercepted a Russian warship off the UK coast amid 2025's sluggish 1.3% growth, 3.2% inflation, and 4.8% unemployment—highlighting how defence and economic security now go hand in hand.

International Business Times UK

Royal Navy destroyer shadows Russian warship in English Channel

HMS Duncan was deployed under Nato command in a ‘historic first’.

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Navy pays tribute to ‘greatest naval hero’ on 220th anniversary of his death

A wreath was laid on Nelson’s flagship HMS Victory as part of the annual Trafalgar Day ceremony at Portsmouth.

Evening Standard

Royal Navy deployed to shadow Russian warship and freighter through British seas

“Russian warships are increasingly transiting through the English Channel,” defence minister Luke Pollard warned.

Evening Standard

Trump ridiculed by ex-Navy chief for ‘nonsense’ small boats idea

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The Independent UK

Former Navy chief explains why Trump’s small boats suggestion won’t work

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The Independent UK

It is time to ask the armed forces for help in solving the migrant crisis

THE INDEPENDENT VIEW: Editorial: Donald Trump’s suggestion that the Royal Navy be deployed to intercept small boats in the Channel is lurid, but it has triggered renewed talk about how service personnel could be deployed to alleviate the situation

The Independent UK

Former navy chief slams Trump’s call for UK to use military to stop small boats as ‘load of nonsense’

As a cabinet minister declares ‘navy can be called upon if needed’ to turn back Channel migrants, former sea lord leads outcry against Trump plan, saying ‘we haven’t got enough ships ... all we can do is stop people drowning’

The Independent UK

I tried the Royal Navy’s new fitness test – and it wasn’t what I expected

The Royal Navy has brought in a new standard test to ensure recruits are up to snuff – I headed to Portsmouth to give it a go

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Evening Standard

Defence chief bids farewell after 40 years in Royal Navy

Admiral Sir Tony Radakin has officially retired as Chief of Defence Staff.

Evening Standard

Ian Murray to cut steel on barge that will help deliver three new Navy ships

The Scottish Secretary is to visit the Navantia UK yard in Methil, Fife, on Tuesday, where the £8 million 1,400 tonne barge is being built.

The National (Scotland)

'Mainstreaming fascism': Sky News blasted for 'grotesque' gunboats article

A SKY News article suggesting gunboats should be considered as a way of deterring small boat crossings has been blasted as "grotesque" and…

The National (Scotland)

Royal Navy should sail to Gaza and deliver vital aid, says MSP

The Royal Navy should sail to Gaza and deliver aid to its starving people, an MSP has said ...

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UK’s Royal Navy tests 40-foot submarine drone which can be operated from ‘the other side of the world’

A large new submarine drone, dubbed Excalibur, can be controlled while it is 'submerged on the other side of the world.'

The Independent UK

Appeal for 100th birthday cards for Second World War veteran

Dougie Shelley, who joined the Royal Navy aged 17, served as a seaman gunner and said earlier this year: ‘There’s not many of us left.’

The Independent UK

Veteran, 99, says there are ‘not many of us left’ ahead of VJ Day anniversary

Dougie Shelley served on several ships including the HMS Milne.

The Independent UK

Veteran, 100, witnessed official ceremony marking Japan’s surrender

Reg Draper spoke of his memories in the Royal Navy 80 years after VJ Day.

The National (Scotland)

Rupert Lowe mistakes charity rowing crew for 'illegal migrants'

A FORMER Reform UK MP has admitted mistaking a charity rowing crew for “illegal migrants”.

The Guardian - UK

Rupert Lowe reports charity rowers to coastguard as possible ‘illegal migrants’

MP agrees to donate £1,000 to crew’s fundraising effort after alerting authorities to their boat off Great Yarmouth

Evening Standard

Former Reform MP Rupert Lowe pledges donation to charity rowers he 'mistook for illegal migrants’

The Coastguard contacted the rowing crew to confirm their identity.

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