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UK sends more troops to Middle East to defend allies against Iran's attacks

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What is Russia's shadow fleet and how is it helping Putin wage war in Ukraine?

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues like reproductive rights and climate change, emphasizing the need for accessible reporting.

UK sends more troops to Middle East to defend allies against Iran's attacks

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues like reproductive rights and climate change, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting.

What is Russia's shadow fleet and how is it helping Putin wage war in Ukraine?

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues like reproductive rights and climate change, emphasizing the need for accessible reporting.

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World news

UK sends more troops to Gulf amid Donald Trump jibes over British military involvement

UK news

British military bases across Middle East placed on 'highest level' over a potential attack - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

UK sends more troops to Gulf amid Donald Trump jibes over British military involvement

The UK is increasing military support in the Gulf, deploying 1,000 troops in response to threats from Iran.

UK news

British military bases across Middle East placed on 'highest level' over a potential attack - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

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More UK troops to be sent to Middle East, defence secretary announces

Defence Secretary John Healey stated, 'My message to Gulf partners is: Britain's best will help you defend your skies.' This emphasizes the UK's commitment to supporting its allies in the region.

World news

#donald-trump

Trump describes UK aircraft carriers as toys' in latest anti-Nato jibe

Donald Trump criticized NATO allies and dismissed British warships, emphasizing the need for greater involvement in military actions against Iran.

Trump blasts UK as being 'too afraid' to assist with Iran - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Donald Trump criticized Britain's military support within NATO, expressing disappointment over their hesitance to engage in conflicts, particularly regarding operations in the Middle East.

US politics

Donald Trump walks back comments about UK soldiers in Afghanistan

Trump describes UK aircraft carriers as toys' in latest anti-Nato jibe

Donald Trump criticized NATO allies and dismissed British warships, emphasizing the need for greater involvement in military actions against Iran.

Trump blasts UK as being 'too afraid' to assist with Iran - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Donald Trump criticized Britain's military support within NATO, expressing disappointment over their hesitance to engage in conflicts, particularly regarding operations in the Middle East.

US politics

Donald Trump walks back comments about UK soldiers in Afghanistan

British forces preparing to board Russian shadow fleet ships in UK waters

British forces are preparing to board and detain ships in Russia's shadow fleet to combat oil sanctions evasion.

Is it time for the UK to acknowledge the rhetoric to reality gap' on its military power?

The UK military's delayed response to the Iran conflict highlights significant capacity issues and political decisions affecting deployment readiness.

3 weeks ago

UK preparing aircraft carrier for possible deployment to the Middle East

We have been bolstering our UK military presence in the Middle East since January, and we have already deployed capabilities to protect British people and our allies in the region, including Typhoons, F-35 jets, air defence systems and an extra 400 personnel into Cyprus. Since the strikes began, we've had British jets in the sky shooting down drones and have sent additional assets to the region to further reinforce our air defences, including more Typhoons and Wildcat helicopters with drone busting missiles.

UK news

1 month ago

Iran missiles fired towards UK military bases in Cyprus, defence minister says

Iran fired two missiles toward Cyprus where UK military bases are located, with 300 UK personnel nearby in Bahrain during regional missile strikes.

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Ukrainian troops were 'stunned' to learn their British trainers don't use anti-drone nets, UK officer says

British troops lacked routine use of anti-drone nets until learning from Ukrainian practice, prompting the UK to source fishing nets to protect positions.

Secrecy around UK military civilian harm risks undermining public confidence'

Secrecy about how the UK investigates civilian deaths in military campaigns risks undermining public confidence and lacks published procedures unlike the US.

MPs would vote on using troops in Ukraine, Starmer says

MPs would receive a parliamentary vote before British soldiers are deployed to police any peace agreement in Ukraine, with deployments following military plans.

3 months ago

Member of UK armed forces killed after tragic accident' in Ukraine

The Independent funds frontline, paywall-free journalism covering topics from reproductive rights to climate change and reports a UK service member's death in Ukraine.

4 months ago

Taliban used discarded UK kit to track down Afghans who worked with west, inquiry hears

The UK left sensitive technology and data in Afghanistan, enabling the Taliban to trace and endanger Afghans who assisted Western forces.

6 months ago

Minister rejects Trump's call for military to tackle illegal migration

US President Donald Trump sugested that military intervention could be used to deal with illegal migration to the UK during his state visit this week. But Trade Secretary Peter Kyle has rejected that call, telling BBC Breakfast the UK Border Force has specific responsibility for policing UK borders. He added the Navy has a "working relationship" with the border force and can be called up on when needed, but was focused on "national defence".

UK politics

7 months ago

Radioactive water from UK nuclear bomb base leaked into sea, files show

Radioactive water leaked from the UK's nuclear arms base due to poor maintenance of old pipes.

US politics

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8 months ago

Are You Ready for a Nuclear War? Doomsday Clock Stuck at Record 89 Seconds as U.S. Ramps Up Nuclear Upgrades

Boeing has been awarded a $2.8 billion contract to build satellites for advanced nuclear communication.

8 months ago

Poor MoD decisions resulted in Afghan commandos being wrongly abandoned, judge finds

Defective decision-making led to Afghan commandos being wrongly rejected for sanctuary after the Taliban takeover.

UK says it will buy F-35 jets capable of carrying nuclear bombs

The UK is expanding its nuclear capabilities by purchasing F-35 jets and enhancing its role in NATO's nuclear mission.

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UK news

America's 13,043 Military Aircraft Eclipse Entire NATO Inventory

UK military readiness heightened in response to Russia-Ukraine tensions, with increased spending and strategic plans to enhance capabilities including nuclear submarines.

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10 months ago

UK politics

U.K. pledges sweeping defense changes to counter Russia-and send a message to Trump

The UK will enhance military readiness and build new nuclear submarines in response to escalating threats from Russia.

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UK news

America's 13,043 Military Aircraft Eclipse Entire NATO Inventory

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10 months ago

U.K. pledges sweeping defense changes to counter Russia-and send a message to Trump

The UK will enhance military readiness and build new nuclear submarines in response to escalating threats from Russia.

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RAF jets to be sent to the Middle East as Israel warns they will ramp up strikes on Iran 'in the coming days' - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The UK is increasing military presence in the Middle East amid escalating tensions with Iran.

Talks ongoing over Nato defence target, says No 10

The UK plans to increase its military spending to increase defence readiness while discussions on NATO spending targets are ongoing.

#yemen

UK politics

Militarily cosying up to Trump in Yemen cannot end well for the UK | Paul Rogers

UK politics

RAF jets attacked a drone manufacturing facility in Yemen - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

UK politics

Militarily cosying up to Trump in Yemen cannot end well for the UK | Paul Rogers

UK politics

RAF jets attacked a drone manufacturing facility in Yemen - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

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UK launches Yemen airstrikes, joining intense US campaign against Houthi rebels

UK military joins US in airstrikes against Houthi rebels, prioritizing freedom of navigation and responding to regional instability.

Environment

Fears that UK military bases may be leaking toxic forever chemicals' into drinking water

Three UK military bases are under investigation for potential PFAS contamination of water sources.

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