Recently, Iran operated approximately 155 vessels, including those from the naval component of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), primarily stationed at naval bases along the Gulf of Oman, with the most significant being in Bandar Abbas. Given Tehran's threats to block the Strait of Hormuz, the strategic implications of these naval assets are profound.
On May 10, the American nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine USS Alaska (Ohio class) made a significant stop in Gibraltar, perceived as a strategic signal. This visit underscores the capabilities, flexibility, and ongoing commitment of the United States to its NATO allies.
A Spanish Civil Guard vessel approached a British submarine in Gibraltar, highlighting the ongoing maritime interactions and potential tensions in the region.
In 2019, the British Ministry of Defence (MoD) announced the order of five Type 31 frigates, also known as Arrowhead 140, weighing 5,700 tonnes, from Babcock International for a total of £2 billion, under a fixed-price contract. This arrangement means that any potential cost overruns for the program would be borne by the contractor.
The Type 31 frigates are designed to enhance the Royal Navy's operational capabilities and provide a...
On May 10, the American nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine USS Alaska (Ohio class) made a significant stop in Gibraltar, perceived as a strategic signal....
In 2019, the British Ministry of Defence (MoD) announced the order of five Type 31 frigates, also known as Arrowhead 140, weighing 5,700 tonnes,...
In 2021, the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (Försvarets materielverk – FMV) awarded Kockums, a subsidiary of Saab, a contract to conduct studies under the...
In December, the announcement was made regarding a new class of ships weighing between 30,000 to 40,000 tons – the "Trump class" – which...
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