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Amid headlines about the Yantar spy ship ('a laser-armed threat') & recent submarine Novorossiysk incident ('Moscow's sub needs a mechanic') our latest podcast episode sees @JamesBosbotinis & @IBallantyn discuss Russian Navy reality. Plus the air of uncertainty over US commitment…
It's that aggravating Russian spy ship Yantar up to no good again off the British Isles. Thermal image courtesy of the UK MoD. The MoD says Yantar targeting Poseidon Maritime Patrol Aircraft (MPAs) of the RAF with light lasers. It is something that could potentially blind pilots.…
Submariners on the bridge of Russian Navy submarine Novorossiysk happy to be home in the Baltic, after their boat allegedly suffered technical problems in the Med. Photo: Michael Nitz. There's a feature on the saga in our new edition, out end of this week https://warshipsifr.com/subscriptions/
If you want an objective, deep dive into the state of the British navy today - including the Royal Fleet Auxiliary, Submarine Service, Fleet Air Arm, Royal Marines, mine warfare and surface forces - then try our new 'Guide to the Royal Navy'
Guide to the Royal Navy 2026 - Warships International Fleet Review
The Royal Navy is a legendary fighting force, with a fine tradition going back centuries. Today it is front and ...
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The Royal Navy is a legendary fighting force, with a fine tradition going back centuries. Today it is front and centre of United Kingdom defence, with sailors, aviators and Royal Marines Commandos also working closely with global allies. In its twelfth edition since 2002, the ‘Warships International Fleet Review Guide to the Royal Navy’ will present its usual highly popular mix of ship type and unit profiles, along with ...
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UK frigate HMS Somerset this week 'tracked' Russian Navy 'research vessel' RFS Yantar in the English Channel.
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A broad-ranging combat training exercise called Strike Warrior, is being staged off Scotland including NATO forces.
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Latest news as Iran bombs Israel with ballistic missiles and the involvement of naval forces in the region.
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The Royal Navy is a legendary fighting force, with a fine tradition going back centuries. Today it is front and centre of United Kingdom defence, with sailors, aviators and Royal Marines Commandos also working closely with global allies. In its twelfth edition since 2002, the ‘Warships International Fleet Review ...
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Odin's thoughts on the new UK Government's wide ranging Defence review.
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Odin's thoughts on what the next government may need to consider when it comes to defence of the UK and what may impact the spending,
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Our special D-Day 80 anniversary section looks at aspects of the Allied invasion of Normandy, primarily from the naval perspective.
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