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BreakingThe Guardian WorldMay 221 min read

Mind the drone gap: war games begin inside secret Nato bunker in London tube station

The exercises highlight NATO's preparedness for potential future conflicts with Russia, reflecting ongoing geopolitical tensions in Europe.

NATO conducts war games in a secret bunker in London
The scenario simulates a Russian invasion of Estonia in 2030
British soldiers are participating in the exercises

Royal Navy tracks Russian frigate for one month off UK coast

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BreakingThe Guardian WorldMay 71 min read

Royal Navy tracks Russian frigate for one month off UK coast

The ongoing tracking of Russian naval activity highlights escalating tensions and the UK's commitment to maritime security.

Royal Navy tracked Russian frigate Admiral Grigorovich for a month
Frigate escorted six Russia-linked vessels through the Dover strait
UK ships and helicopters monitored the frigate continuously

British soldiers lost control in 1972 Springhill shootings, inquest finds

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BreakingThe Guardian WorldApr 301 min read

British soldiers lost control in 1972 Springhill shootings, inquest finds

The ruling sheds light on the accountability of military actions during the Troubles, impacting historical narratives and ongoing discussions about justice in Northern Ireland.

British soldiers lost control during the 1972 Springhill shootings
Five civilians were killed, all deemed innocent
Soldiers acted in breach of lethal force rules

RAF Typhoons scrambled in response to Russian drone threat near Nato air space

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BreakingThe Guardian WorldApr 251 min read

RAF Typhoons scrambled in response to Russian drone threat near Nato air space

The incident highlights the ongoing tensions between NATO and Russia, particularly concerning airspace security in Eastern Europe.

RAF Typhoons scrambled from Romania
Engaged Russian drones near NATO airspace
Did not enter Ukrainian airspace

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Mind the drone gap: war games begin inside secret Nato bunker in London tube station

Royal Navy tracks Russian frigate for one month off UK coast

British soldiers lost control in 1972 Springhill shootings, inquest finds

RAF Typhoons scrambled in response to Russian drone threat near Nato air space