UK Armed Forces Ready to Defend Country Amid Iran Warnings
The United Kingdom has stated its armed forces are prepared to defend the country following warnings from Iran regarding US bombers.
Results for "UK armed forces"
11 stories found
UK Military Warns of Reduced Operations Due to Funding Issues
The Chief of the Defence Staff has warned that the UK armed forces may be forced to reduce training and military operations if additional funding is not secured.
Sanctioned Oil Tanker Enters UK Waters Despite Government Threat
A sanctioned oil tanker has entered UK waters, just one day after ministers announced that UK armed forces are now authorized to board such vessels. This development follows a government crackdown threat against sanctioned shipping.
WorldBBCbloombergFT+57The GuardianCNNdr-dknzzruvukrainska-pravdaberlingskele-figaro+49 more5mo ago60 sources
UK Authorizes Military to Board Russian 'Shadow Fleet' Tankers
The UK government has authorized its armed forces to board Russian tankers in British waters, escalating actions against the 'shadow fleet' that helps Moscow circumvent Western oil sanctions.
UK Armed Forces Ready to Defend Country After Iran Warning
The UK armed forces have declared their readiness to defend the country following a warning from Iran regarding US bombers.
UK Forces Intercept Suspected Russian Shadow Fleet Tanker in English Channel
British forces intercepted and seized a suspected Russian 'shadow fleet' oil tanker in the English Channel. The vessel is accused of funding the war in Ukraine, with video footage showing British marines boarding the tanker.
Sanctioned Oil Tanker Enters UK Waters After Government Warning
A sanctioned oil tanker has entered UK waters, just a day after the government issued a threat that UK armed forces could board such vessels.
Letters to the Editor on Iran Affair and UK Armed Forces
The Times publishes letters from readers discussing the Iran affair and expressing concerns about Britain's armed forces.
UK Unveils Long-Delayed Defence Spending Plan with Focus on Drone Warfare
The UK has finally revealed its long-delayed defence investment plan, allocating significant new funding, including an extra £1.5bn, primarily to boost drone spending. The plan, which will set out how billions will be spent on equipping the UK Armed Forces, was published on Tuesday and emphasizes drone warfare capabilities.
UK Armed Forces Criticized for Poor State and Lack of Improvement
A report criticizes the UK's Ministry of Defence for failing to learn from past mistakes, leading to the armed forces being in a 'sad state' and the Treasury's reluctance to meet its funding demands.
Sanctioned Oil Tanker Enters UK Waters Despite Government Crackdown Threat
A sanctioned oil tanker has entered UK waters, just one day after ministers announced that UK armed forces are now authorized to board sanctioned vessels.