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World · 15 February 2026

Starmer sends ships to Arctic to warn Russia

Starmer sends ships to Arctic to warn Russia

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Sir Keir Starmer addressed the Munich Security Conference on Saturday, urging European nations to strengthen their military capabilities. The Prime Minister announced that Britain will send a carrier strike group to the High North alongside American and Canadian allies. He warned that the continent must build "hard power" to deter future aggression from Moscow, stating that Europe must be prepared to fight if necessary.

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