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๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
World

British Special Forces 'ready to help US ground attack in Iran' as tensions escalate

Britain's Special Boat Service is on standby to assist US troops in a potential ground attack on Iran amid rising tensions.

Mar 21 โ€ข 19:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Iran issues chilling threat to UK after missile attack on Diego Garcia base

Iran has threatened the UK with consequences following a missile attack on the Diego Garcia base used by US forces, which was permitted by the British government.

Mar 21 โ€ข 14:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด NRK
World

Iran has fired rockets at American-British military base in the Indian Ocean

Iran has launched two medium-range missiles at Diego Garcia, a military base utilized by American and British forces in the Indian Ocean, without causing damage as both missiles either missed their target or were intercepted.

Mar 21 โ€ข 00:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Keir Starmer responds to Iran's claim UK is taking part in 'aggression' by helping US

Keir Starmer rebuffed Iran's claim that the UK is participating in aggression against Tehran by allowing US forces to use British military bases.

Mar 20 โ€ข 13:38 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

On this day: When the Allies gave the 'green light' for the landing in Smyrna

The article recounts a pivotal moment when the Allied forces authorized the Greek presence in Smyrna during the Asia Minor Campaign, as documented in a conversation between British Prime Minister David Lloyd George and Greek Prime Minister Eleftherios Venizelos.

Mar 15 โ€ข 15:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

Painful Moments.. British Soldier Documents the Brutality of the Occupation Against the Starving in Gaza

A British soldier named David McIntosh documented Israeli forces' brutality against starving civilians in Gaza while serving in a humanitarian support role.

Mar 14 โ€ข 07:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
World

British dad leaves UK to join Kurdish forces fighting the Iranian regime

A British father has left the UK to join Kurdish forces fighting against the Iranian regime, motivated by personal tragedy and a desire for revenge.

Mar 13 โ€ข 11:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Kyiv Independent
World

'Hidden hand of Putin' behind Iranian drone attacks in Middle East, UK Defense Sec says

UK Defense Secretary John Healey suggests that Russian President Vladimir Putin is influencing Iranian drone attacks targeting British forces in Iraq.

Mar 13 โ€ข 08:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Iran War: Brits Fighting Off So Many Drones Extra Rockets Had to Be Flown In

British military officials reported that increased drone strikes in Iraq necessitated additional rocket supplies for British forces.

Mar 13 โ€ข 07:41 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Ministry of Defence settles High Court legal claim against Ant Middleton

The UK Ministry of Defence has settled a High Court legal claim against former special forces member Ant Middleton over allegations he disclosed classified information.

Mar 12 โ€ข 09:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

UK: Starmer defends his decision to keep the country out of war with Iran

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer defended his decision to keep Britain out of the conflict in Iran during a parliamentary session, emphasizing the efforts of the armed forces in protecting British lives and interests.

Mar 11 โ€ข 13:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น La Repubblica
World

From English Bases to Strategic Position: Why Cyprus is in Iran's Crosshairs

The article discusses Cyprus's strategic importance due to recent Iranian drone attacks and the involvement of British, French, and Italian military forces in the region.

Mar 6 โ€ข 10:14 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ Haaretz
World

European countries will send naval forces to Cyprus after Iranian drones attacked a base on its territory

European countries including Italy, Spain, France, and the Netherlands are set to deploy naval assets to Cyprus following an Iranian drone strike on a British RAF base on the island.

Mar 5 โ€ข 13:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท France24
World

European countries to deploy military assets to Cyprus after Iranian attack on UK base

European nations are set to send naval forces to Cyprus following an Iranian drone strike on a British military base.

Mar 5 โ€ข 11:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

US snubs British Falklands forces with 'staggering' claim โ€“ 'Not since WW2'

US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth made an inaccurate claim about the sinking of an enemy ship, disregarding the historical sinking of the General Belgrano during the Falklands War.

Mar 4 โ€ข 15:55 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

The arrest of former Prince Andrew forces the British Government and Charles III to shed light on the dark points of the Windsors

The arrest of former Prince Andrew has led to unprecedented scrutiny from both the British Government and King Charles III regarding the actions of the Windsors.

Mar 4 โ€ข 04:30 UTC
๐ŸŒ AllAfrica
National & Local

Sudan: British Lawyers Delegation to Arrive in Sudan to File Lawsuits Against UAE and RSF Leaders

A delegation of British lawyers is set to arrive in Sudan to file lawsuits in British courts against the UAE and leaders of the Rapid Support Forces for crimes committed against the Sudanese people.

Mar 3 โ€ข 09:56 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

Leonardo, order of 1 billion in the UK

The UK Ministry of Defence has awarded Leonardo a ยฃ1 billion contract for the New Medium Helicopter program, enhancing the capabilities of the British Armed Forces with 23 new AW149 helicopters.

Mar 3 โ€ข 04:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
World

Criticism from D. Trump to the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom

US President D. Trump criticized UK Prime Minister K. Starmer for taking too long to allow US forces to act from British bases against Iran.

Mar 2 โ€ข 14:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น 15min
National & Local

British Forces in Cyprus Respond to Suspected Drone Attack on Military Base

British forces at the Akrotiri base in Cyprus faced a suspected drone attack, which they managed to counter effectively.

Mar 2 โ€ข 04:18 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

Starmer: We agreed to a US request to use our bases to strike Iranian missiles

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer confirmed the UK's agreement to allow US forces to use British bases for defensive strikes against Iranian missile facilities following increased tensions in the Gulf region.

Mar 1 โ€ข 20:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ Haaretz
World

Senior Revolutionary Guards Official: Our Forces Have Closed the Strait of Hormuz Due to Aggression Against Iran

A senior official in Iran's Revolutionary Guards announced the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, citing aggression against Iran, prompting warnings from U.S. and British maritime agencies for vessels to avoid the region.

Feb 28 โ€ข 16:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

Starmer announces UK's participation in 'regional defense operations'

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced the UK's involvement in coordinated defensive efforts in the Middle East, while clarifying that British forces are not participating in U.S. and Israeli strikes against Iran.

Feb 28 โ€ข 16:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Brits who refuse conscription could suffer humiliating alternative if WW3 starts

Increasing fears of World War III prompt discussions about potential conscription in the UK, highlighting the challenges faced by the British Armed Forces.

Feb 28 โ€ข 15:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Warnings about Putin's spy forces

The article discusses warnings about Russian spies creating a sabotage network in Europe by purchasing properties near military and civilian targets, as reported by the British newspaper Telegraph.

Feb 24 โ€ข 23:18 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Denรญk N
National & Local

Trump's World (Day 397-399): Attack on Iran Complicates Prime Minister Starmer. He Doesn't Want Americans to Use British Bases.

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer rejects allowing US forces to launch an attack on Iran from a key British base in the Indian Ocean, highlighting a complex dispute between London and Washington.

Feb 23 โ€ข 12:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Dennรญk N
World

Trump's World (Day 398): Attack on Iran Complicates Starmer. He Doesn't Want Americans to Use British Bases

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer refuses to allow American forces to launch an attack on Iran from a key British base in the Indian Ocean.

Feb 23 โ€ข 06:59 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป LSM
World

This day in history. The bombing of Dresden begins

The article discusses the extensive and devastating bombing of Dresden by British and American forces during World War II, beginning on February 13, 1945.

Feb 13 โ€ข 05:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Aktuรกlnฤ›.cz
National & Local

We Are Weakening and the Enemy Is Noticing! What Is the Former Head of the British Army Warning About?

Former British Army Chief Nick Carter warns that the UK is suffering significant military cutbacks, weakening its armed forces while adversaries take note of this decline.

Feb 11 โ€ข 10:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Aftonbladet
National & Local

British escalation โ€“ doubling forces in Norway

The UK is increasing its military presence in Norway by doubling the number of troops in response to threats from Russia.

Feb 11 โ€ข 09:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด VG
National & Local

British military truck collided with passenger car

A British military truck collided with a passenger car on a bridge in Mรฅlselv, Troms, causing minor damage to the vehicles but leaving them driveable.

Feb 9 โ€ข 16:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท Index.hr
World

It was the longest siege in British military history. It lasted four years

The Great Siege of Gibraltar, lasting from 1779 to 1783, marked a significant event in the American War of Independence, where British forces successfully defended the strategically vital territory against Spanish and French siege efforts.

Feb 7 โ€ข 08:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท Veฤernji List
World

British General: Russia could attack NATO in the next five years, we must be ready

British troops are participating in border patrols, live-fire exercises, and ambush training with NATO forces in preparation for a potential trench warfare situation with Russia.

Feb 6 โ€ข 11:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
World

When Hitler Scolded Mussolini, Libya Slipped from Italy's Hands

On February 5, 1941, Hitler reprimanded Mussolini as Libya began to fall from Italian control during World War II amidst advancing British forces.

Feb 5 โ€ข 01:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
World

LIZZY BUCHAN: 'I went to Arctic Circle with Foreign Secretary - UK needs Donald Trump to back off'

Lizzy Buchan discusses her experience accompanying Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper to Norway, where British and Norwegian forces are training to deter Russian aggression in the Arctic region.

Jan 15 โ€ข 19:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ Visir
World

Prepare for an assault on board the shadow fleet

British authorities are reportedly preparing to deploy special forces aboard oil tankers and other vessels belonging to Russia's so-called 'shadow fleet' near Iceland.

Jan 13 โ€ข 13:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Ukrainska Pravda
World

UK Armed Forces chief: our troops in Ukraine must be safe

UK Armed Forces Chief Richard Knighton emphasized the necessity of ensuring the safety of British troops before deployment to Ukraine for security guarantees.

Jan 12 โ€ข 19:22 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
World

Chilling WW3 bombshell dropped by British Armed Forces head

The head of the British Armed Forces, Air Chief Marshal Sir Richard Knighton, has acknowledged that the UK is currently unprepared for full-scale war due to budget constraints and recruitment challenges.

Jan 12 โ€ข 16:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

British Newspaper: Trump Requested Preparation of an Invasion Plan for Greenland Amid Opposition from Military Leaders

A British newspaper reports that President Trump ordered U.S. special operations forces to prepare an invasion plan for Greenland, which faced strong opposition from senior U.S. military leaders due to legal and political concerns.

Jan 11 โ€ข 03:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท Veฤernji List
World

VIDEO Dramatic Chase Across the Ocean for 'Putin's Tanker': One European Country Assisted

British armed forces provided crucial support to the United States in a dramatic operation to seize the Russian oil tanker Mariner in the North Atlantic Ocean, as part of efforts to enforce sanctions on Venezuelan oil.

Jan 8 โ€ข 08:58 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท Index.hr
World

The British Spied on It, the Americans Took It. Why the Attention on a Rusty Tanker?

A rusty oil tanker has become a focal point of global tension after being tracked and seized by U.S. forces in the North Atlantic while the Russian military rushed towards it, raising speculations about its hidden value despite containing no oil.

Jan 7 โ€ข 20:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
World

US and UK forces 'seize' Russian tanker - everything you need to know

British and US forces have seized the Russian tanker Marinera, which was reportedly used to evade sanctions related to the Ukraine war.

Jan 7 โ€ข 16:57 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
World

British forces support US raid to seize ghost fleet oil tanker

British armed forces assisted the US in a pre-dawn operation to seize the ghost fleet oil tanker Marinera, involving various military assets.

Jan 7 โ€ข 15:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช taz
World

"Islamic State" in Syria: British and French Air Forces Attack IS

Despite the Islamic State being considered militarily defeated in Syria, British and French air forces have conducted strikes on a terrorist facility in the region.

Jan 4 โ€ข 08:54 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท Veฤernji List
World

British and French Bombers Target ISIS Underground Storage Facility

British and French air forces conducted a joint bombing operation on a suspected underground weapons storage facility previously used by ISIS in Syria, aiming to prevent the resurgence of the militant group.

Jan 4 โ€ข 06:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
World

War in the Middle East: British and French Air Forces Strike ISIS in Syria

British and French air forces have launched attacks against ISIS in Syria amidst the ongoing conflict in the region.

Jan 4 โ€ข 00:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท Index.hr
World

Britons and French bombed the Islamic State in Syria together

British and French air forces conducted a joint operation to bomb a suspected underground weapons storage facility previously used by the Islamic State in Syria, as confirmed by the British Ministry of Defence.

Jan 3 โ€ข 23:57 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
National & Local

Britain: London launches program to attract youth to the armed forces

The British armed forces are set to launch a one-year paid training program for individuals under 25 in March, aiming to attract more young people to enlist.

Dec 27 โ€ข 22:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท Narod.hr
National & Local

March 13, 1811 โ€“ French-British Naval Battle off the Island of Vis

On March 13, 1811, a significant naval battle between French and British forces occurred near the Croatian island of Vis, which is relatively unknown in Croatia.

Mar 13 โ€ข 06:30 UTC

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