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Reform’s ‘Operation Fortress’ plan to stop small boats branded ‘ridiculous’

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The Independent UK

France slams hard-right Reform UK party's plan to use navy to stop Channel migrants

The hard-right Reform UK party on Monday revealed plans for "the largest military operation" in the Channel "since World War II", which would deploy Britain's Royal Navy to return small migrant boats to France. France was quick to slam the proposal later on Monday, calling it "a violation of French…

France 24

France hits back at Reform UK’s plan to use navy to stop small boats from crossing Channel

Experts say Nigel Farage’s plan would only increase death and violence at the border – after the party promised the ‘largest military operation in the Channel since WWII’

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Hard-right Reform UK vows to use navy to stop small migrant boats crossing Channel

Britain and France signed a new three-year deal in April to stop irregular migrants making the risky Channel journeys, with London paying Paris up to €766 million in return for boosted law enforcement of the issue.

Euronews

Can the Royal Navy legally stop the boats?

ANALYSIS: Reform UK has pledged to send the Royal Navy into the Channel to intercept all migrant boats there and return them to France or Belgium. Sean O’Grady and Athena Stavrou consider whether it’s even possible

The Independent UK

Restore leader accuses Farage of ‘outright lying’ over pact offer but says his party ‘remains open’ – as it happened

Rupert Lowe says no talks have taken place after the Reform UK leader said he was ‘open to conversation’ on some sort of electoral deal

The Guardian - UK

UK tests robot boat that can fly its own wired drone even in 14ft waves and stay at sea for weeks

The Royal Navy tested a robotic boat launching a tethered drone in rough seas, demonstrating autonomous maritime surveillance capabilities.

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Nato warships spotted in Glasgow as part of operation

Nato warships have been spotted in Glasgow as part of a routine operation to replenish and engage with the city

The National (Scotland)

Andy Burnham to Give Zelensky 'Stone Cloak' Tech That Helps Drones Evade Russian Air Defences

Prime Minister Andy Burnham will transfer the 'Stone Cloak' electronic warfare system to Ukraine, enabling domestic production and reducing reliance on overseas deliveries, during President Zelensky's UK visit.

International Business Times UK

UK Veterans Told to Repay Thousands After MoD Pension Error Left Some Owing £100,000+

Over 1,000 UK veterans must repay pension overpayments due to MoD errors, with some debts exceeding £100,000. The issue stems from misapplied national insurance rules, affecting many retirees' finances.

International Business Times UK

In 2022, archaeologists revealed a royal warship off the English coast that nearly killed a future king when it ran aground in 1682: a major maritime discovery

Archaeologists revealed the wreck of HMS Gloucester, a 17th-century warship, off the Norfolk coast. This significant maritime discovery offers insights into 17th-century naval life and politics. The vessel sank in 1682 while carrying James Stuart, the future King James II of England. Hundreds of artefacts, including wine bottles and personal…

The Times of India

How Much Does It Cost to Shadow a Russian Warship? Britain's Navy Faces a Growing Bill

A recent live-fire exercise off Plymouth highlights the Royal Navy's challenges monitoring increasing Russian naval activity near UK waters. Explore the costs and strategic implications of these routine missions.

International Business Times UK

Russian Warship Fires Heavy Cannon Near Plymouth as Naval Expert Warns Stray Shells Threaten Channel Shipping

A Russian warship conducted a live artillery exercise near Plymouth, raising safety concerns for commercial vessels in the English Channel amid escalating tensions between Moscow and London.

International Business Times UK

Russian warship conducts live firing exercise in English Channel

The Royal Navy monitored the exercise and said it was tracking ‘the vessel’s artillery’ closely

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Russian Navy Conducts Surprise Firing Drill 45 Miles Off UK on Andy Burnham's First Day

A Russian warship conducted a live-fire exercise near UK waters, prompting the Royal Navy to monitor the situation closely amid ongoing tensions between London and Moscow.

The Independent UK

Not happenstance that Russia fired off UK coast on PM’s first day – ex-Army head

A Royal Navy ship shadowed the vessel and monitored the exercise and is continuing to track its activity closely, the MoD said.

The Independent UK

Russian warship carries out live-firing exercise off UK coast

Russian frigate shadowed by Royal Navy ship off coast of Plymouth

The National (Scotland)

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 ...

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Argentina accuses UK of 'illegally sending Royal Navy warship into our territory'

THE government of Argentina has accused the UK of breaking international law by sailing a Royal Navy warship through Argentinian waters without…

Evening Standard

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

The Independent UK

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

The Independent UK

Bulletin PM briefing: New Prince Harry royal row and Russian plane intercepted

Why Prince Harry is no longer welcome to stay at Buckingham Palace on UK visit. How England beat Mexico in Azteca World Cup epic. British fighter jets head off Russian aircraft near Royal Navy carrier. Zelensky speaks out after Russian attacks on Kyiv kill at least 12. New statement issued…

Evening Standard

Defence Secretary visits Iceland amid ‘increasing Russian threats’

Dan Jarvis visited UK forces onboard the Royal Navy’s flagship HMS Prince of Wales.

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British archives volunteer finds another paper tucked in a captured ship’s report. Turns out, it’s a rare copy of the US Declaration of Independence

"It's not just a document, it's an artifact."

The Times of India

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…

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