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UK's HMS Prince of Wales Achieves Full NATO Capability

11/17/2025

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HMS Prince of Wales (Royal Navy carrier), equipped with F-35 fighters, achieved Full Operating Capability under NATO during Exercise Falcon Strike.
UK and Italian jets conducted nearly 50 sorties with Greece, France, and the United States.
Defence Secretary John Healey said strong alliances are essential for European security.
The Carrier Strike Group will participate in NATO exercises in the Mediterranean to boost readiness and UK economic growth through defense diplomacy.

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HMS Prince of Wales (Royal Navy carrier), equipped with F-35 fighters, achieved Full Operating Capability under NATO during Exercise Falcon Strike.
UK and Italian jets conducted nearly 50 sorties with Greece, France, and the United States.
Defence Secretary John Healey said strong alliances are essential for European security.
The Carrier Strike Group will participate in NATO exercises in the Mediterranean to boost readiness and UK economic growth through defense diplomacy.