The UK is leading the push for peace in Ukraine – building the new deal for European security 
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Today UK forces supported a US operation intercepting Bella 1 in the North Atlantic on its way to Russia.
This is why 
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Today, the UK has provided enabling support to the United States at their request to interdict the vessel Bella 1.
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I want to thank all the members of our Armed Forces involved in this operation, for their professionalism and their courage.
The have continued to conduct patrols over Syria to help prevent any attempted resurgence of the Daesh terrorist movement.
The RAF joined French aircraft in a joint strike on an underground facility on the evening of Saturday 3 January: gov.uk/government/new
Our aircraft used Paveway IV guided bombs to target a number of access tunnels down to the facility; whilst detailed assessment is now underway, initial indications are that the target was engaged successfully.
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Our new Defence Industrial Strategy will harness the power of the defence sector as an engine for growth across the UK – boosting business, backing jobs and keeping us safe.
Happy New Year to our Armed Forces community serving across the world.
A new Armed Forces commissioner will ensure our nation stands shoulder-to-shoulder with those who choose to serve.
This year we announced a transformational Veterans Strategy to enable former personnel to continue to thrive if they choose to leave the services.
Piping in the new year, reflecting on a year gone by.
Thank you to everyone across Defence for everything you have done this year to keep our country safe.
Onwards together
This year’s deal to build and sell new Typhoon jets will support 20,000 British jobs and strengthen NATO even further.
This year we’ve continued our support to Ukraine as they stand up to Russia.
Our massive deal with Norway boosts British shipbuilding, supports 4,000 UK jobs and will defend vital infrastructure. 
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gov.uk/government/new
Huge congratulations to all Armed Forces personnel recognised in His Majesty The King's New Year Honours list
Read the full list here 
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Read the full list here
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This year we committed to increasing national security spending to 5% of GDP by 2035 to bolster NATO and keep Britain safe.
The best of Defence 
Military personnel deployed worldwide, captured at the moment it matters by Armed Forces photographers.
These are our stand-out shots of 2025: ow.ly/Q1QS50XQ4bh
Military personnel deployed worldwide, captured at the moment it matters by Armed Forces photographers.
These are our stand-out shots of 2025: ow.ly/Q1QS50XQ4bh
A record boost to British housebuilding. Upgraded military accommodation and new homes for families across the UK.
