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Royal Navy Assembles 21 Warships for NATO Exercise

5/4/2025

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The Royal Navy's HMS Prince of Wales has set sail for Exercise Med Strike off the coast of Italy, uniting 21 warships, 41 fast jets, and over 8,000 personnel in a powerful display of NATO's maritime might. This week-long operation underscores the UK Carrier Strike Group's commitment to bolstering security during its eight-month Indo-Pacific mission.

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The Royal Navy's HMS Prince of Wales has set sail for Exercise Med Strike off the coast of Italy, uniting 21 warships, 41 fast jets, and over 8,000 personnel in a powerful display of NATO's maritime might. This week-long operation underscores the UK Carrier Strike Group's commitment to bolstering security during its eight-month Indo-Pacific mission.