Navy – Page 8 – THE OVAL CIRCLE

UK

Britain’s newest aircraft carrier misses US trip, will stay docked for 6 months after ‘embarrassing’ flood

Posted on December 8, 2020December 8, 2020By Editor

Britain’s flagship aircraft carrier HMS Prince of Wales will stay docked for repairs until spring, after its electrics were submerged in flood water. The flood is the latest in a series of “embarrassing” snafus aboard the ship. … Read More >Britain’s newest aircraft carrier misses US trip, will stay docked for 6 months after ‘embarrassing’ flood

Tehran adds ‘aircraft carrier warship’ to Iran’s navy amid rising tensions with Washington

Posted on November 19, 2020By Editor

Iranian military officials claim the country has bolstered its navy with the introduction of a new warship capable of carrying aircraft, drones, helicopters, and missiles, according to a statement issued on Thursday. … Read More >Tehran adds ‘aircraft carrier warship’ to Iran’s navy amid rising tensions with Washington

Photos: Colombian Navy Finds Rare Electric Mini-Submarine During Drug Raid

Posted on November 18, 2020November 18, 2020By Editor

The find, made during a November 5 drug interdiction raid, contradicts the trend of drug smugglers using smaller submersibles in recent years. However, another similar vehicle was discovered in the area several years ago. … Read More >Photos: Colombian Navy Finds Rare Electric Mini-Submarine During Drug Raid

Warships from Australia, Japan & US thunder into Indian Ocean for ‘Quad’ drills amid rising China tensions

Posted on November 4, 2020November 4, 2020By Editor

Australia, India, Japan and the US have kicked off drills showcasing military hardware and tactical capabilities with warfare operations and live firing drills, as Beijing says it’s concerned for the region’s peace and stability. … Read More >Warships from Australia, Japan & US thunder into Indian Ocean for ‘Quad’ drills amid rising China tensions

Indian navy flexes its muscles in anti-ship missile test, demonstrating deadly accuracy at ‘maximum range’ (VIDEO)

Posted on November 1, 2020November 1, 2020By Editor

India has tested yet another missile, as it ramps up its military trials program amid ongoing tensions with China. The anti-ship projectile left the target vessel severely damaged and in flames. … Read More >Indian navy flexes its muscles in anti-ship missile test, demonstrating deadly accuracy at ‘maximum range’ (VIDEO)

‘Chess piece against China’: US & Japan launch major military exercise to prove ‘growing strength’ of their alliance (PHOTOS)

Posted on October 26, 2020October 26, 2020By Editor

Tokyo and Washington have kicked off a combined naval, land and air drill aiming to show their readiness to “fight and win” despite Covid-19. Beijing has been warning that such activities lead to more tensions. … Read More >‘Chess piece against China’: US & Japan launch major military exercise to prove ‘growing strength’ of their alliance (PHOTOS)

Indian Navy fires anti-ship missile with ‘deadly accuracy,’ sending a strong signal to China (VIDEO)

Posted on October 25, 2020October 25, 2020By Editor

India’s anti-ship missile sunk a vessel during naval drills in the Arabian Sea, demonstrating New Delhi’s “combat readiness” in the Indian Ocean region where it is challenged by China. … Read More >Indian Navy fires anti-ship missile with ‘deadly accuracy,’ sending a strong signal to China (VIDEO)

USA

Two crew dead as US Navy aircraft crashes into Alabama home, sparking fire (VIDEO)

Posted on October 24, 2020October 24, 2020By Editor

A US naval aircraft has come crashing down on a residential neighborhood in Magnolia Springs, Alabama, igniting a major fire. The US Air Force confirmed the crew did not survive. No injuries on the ground have been reported. … Read More >Two crew dead as US Navy aircraft crashes into Alabama home, sparking fire (VIDEO)

UK

UK being challenged by competitors ‘in the grey zone between war and peace,’ defence secretary claims

Posted on October 22, 2020October 22, 2020By Editor

The British defence secretary has stressed the importance of stepping up the UK’s protective capabilities amidst constantly evolving rivalries, adding that China is intent on building the world’s largest naval fleet. … Read More >UK being challenged by competitors ‘in the grey zone between war and peace,’ defence secretary claims

Russia

Top Russian admiral slams Zelensky’s plans to build two Ukrainian Black Sea Naval bases as ‘no threat’: ‘even NATO won’t use them’

Posted on October 22, 2020October 22, 2020By Editor

The former commander of Russia’s Black Sea Fleet has accused Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky of “politicking” and showboating after Kiev announced it will build two naval bases on the strategically vital body of water. … Read More >Top Russian admiral slams Zelensky’s plans to build two Ukrainian Black Sea Naval bases as ‘no threat’: ‘even NATO won’t use them’