BBC Headlines • June 29, 2026 15:48

Frank Gardner: Navy plans reflect sea change in how wars are fought

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The upcoming defence plan reflects rapid changes in drone warfare, our security correspondent writes.

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Sat 16:54 - Sky News (UK)

High-speed boats and drones promised for elite commandos in tweak to defence spending plan

Mon 03:18 - BBC Headlines

Navy to build drone-equipped warships instead of replacing ageing destroyers

Mon 15:48 - BBC Headlines

Frank Gardner: Navy plans reflect sea change in how wars are fought

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03:18

Navy to build drone-equipped warships instead of replacing ageing destroyers

The government says it will invest in modern drone-equipped vessels in the upcoming defence investment plan.

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16:54

High-speed boats and drones promised for elite commandos in tweak to defence spending plan

Britain's elite, rapid reaction force is to be equipped with high-speed boats and drones as the new defence secretary Dan Jarvis tries to put his stamp on his new brief.