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UK doubles troops in Norway to counter Russian ‘threat to Arctic’

UK doubles troops in Norway to counter Russian ‘threat to Arctic’

Russia’s activity has returned to Cold War levels As part of efforts to combat Russian threats in the Arctic, Britain will double the number of troops in Norway over the next three years, it has been revealed. The number of British troops stationed in the country, of which 35% of its mainland is in the […]

1 month ago

Royal Navy warships intercept Russian vessels in English Channel

Royal Navy warships intercept Russian vessels in English Channel

It was done in coordination with NATO allies A small Russian warship and an accompanying Russian oil tanker that sailed towards the North Sea have been intercepted by the Royal Navy, it has been reported. The Navy said that patrol ships based in Portsmouth, HMS Mersey and HMS Severn, were dispatched alongside a Wildcat helicopter […]

2 months ago

Downing Street hits back at Donald Trump after he said British soldiers ‘stayed off front line’ in Afghanistan

Downing Street hits back at Donald Trump after he said British soldiers ‘stayed off front line’ in Afghanistan

‘He was wrong to diminish sacrifice of British troops’ Downing Street has responded to US President Donald Trump’s comments that British troops and NATO allies stayed off the frontline in Afghanistan, which have sparked outrage from former servicemen and their families. As they labelled Trump’s comments as “insulting”, Downing Street has said that the remarks […]

2 months ago

People with specific heights could avoid conscription if WW3 breaks out

People with specific heights could avoid conscription if WW3 breaks out

If you’re short you might escape war Some Brits might avoid military service altogether thanks to their height, or lack thereof, if World War Three does end up happening. There are some people who would be exempt depending on one’s job or health status, but one way out of conscription may be height, as the […]

2 months ago

Veterans aged 65 told to prepare for war in new UK army measures

Veterans aged 65 told to prepare for war in new UK army measures

The changes will be in effect from spring of next year Under new British army measures aimed at making the country more prepared for war, older veterans will be liable to be recalled for service. The maximum age at which veterans can be recalled will be raised from 55 to 65 by the Armed Forces […]

2 months ago

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