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Royal Navy

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Royal Navy

@RoyalNavy

At sea, on land and in the air. ⚓️🇬🇧

Joined July 2011

Royal Navy
@RoyalNavy
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Flag Days: F-35B Lightnings of @809NAS / @HMSPWLS have been in action all week on NATO's biggest aerial exercise, #RamsteinFlag26, which has been spread across Europe to test the ability to respond quickly and effectively to an aerial threat. #WeareNATO royalnavy.mod.uk/news/2026/june…
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Jun 18
The Royal Navy is working to ensure security and stability in the Middle East. Wonder what it involves? Let us break it down for you.
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Jun 18
Experts from the Royal Navy's survey team tested their latest underwater sensor. Equipped with various sensors, ScanFish can function at depths of up to 1,000 meters (3,300 feet), collecting vast amounts of data in the process. ➡️Discover more: royalnavy.mod.uk/news/2026/june…
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Jun 17
Crew of minehunter @HMSMiddleton took their ship on a UK-wide ‘tour’ as they reintroduced the Portsmouth-based warship to home waters after nearly five years in the Gulf. Read more: royalnavy.mod.uk/news/2026/june…
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Jun 15
The #RoyalNavy led the interdiction of a shadow fleet tanker in the Channel, with @HMSSutherland and @HMSLedbury on task as @RoyalMarines boarded via helicopter. @hms_tyne and @hms_mersey were also on duty as they intercepted a Russian frigate. ➡️royalnavy.mod.uk/news/2026/june…
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Ministry of Defence 🇬🇧
@DefenceHQ
Jun 14
This morning, UK forces boarded a Russian tanker in the English Channel that was secretly helping to bankroll Putin's war in Ukraine. The first operation of its kind led by British forces, and a clear message: there is nowhere to hide.
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First Sea Lord and Chief of Naval Staff
@GenGJenkinsRM
Jun 14
Overnight, Royal Marines Commandos of the @RoyalNavy were involved in the interception of a shadow fleet vessel. They were supported by @HMSSutherland, @HMSLedbury and the Maritime Air Group. Mission success thanks to the skills, bravery and professionalism of our people.
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Jun 13
Pride. Passion. Perfection. Sailors took part in Trooping the Colour today for what is believed to be the first time in the famous ceremony's 350-year history. A 92-strong naval contingent formed a Street Lining Party on The Mall near Buckingham Palace. royalnavy.mod.uk/news/2026/june…
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Jun 13
Dozens of men and women across our service have been recognised in the King's Birthday Honours List. Congratulations to all who have been recognised. You can read more: royalnavy.mod.uk/news/2026/june…
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Jun 12
Tradition and naval pride... Sailors, their families and a host of dignitaries today celebrated the commissioning of Britain’s unique minehunting ship @HMS_Str_Castle into the Royal Navy fleet on the banks of the Firth of Forth in Scotland. Read more: royalnavy.mod.uk/news/2026/june…
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Jun 10
Centre stage in The Big Easy... The #RoyalNavy's @HMSTrent is now turning her focus to Caribbean ops after a special trip to New Orleans, during which the ship welcomed 2,000 visitors and sailors immersed themselves in #Sail250 events. Read more: royalnavy.mod.uk/news/2026/june…
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Jun 9
We’re with @HMSTrent in The Big Easy for your latest Royal Navy headlines... Read more: royalnavy.mod.uk/news/60-second…
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Jun 8
.@RN_DTXG are deploying the Video Ray Defender-Viper system to neutralise mines in the Strait of Hormuz. Loaded onto @RFALymeBay, this system combines advanced sonar, remote operation and precision demolition to tackle threats beneath the waves. royalnavy.mod.uk/news/2026/june…
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