Operations
Operation Epic Fury: US details first 48 hours of military action against Iranian targets
The US Central Command (CENTCOM) has released a situational overview of the opening phase of Operation Epic Fury, a major US-led military campaign against Iran and affiliated forces.
UK’s submarine travels 8,000 nautical miles for historic visit to Australia
A Royal Navy submarine has arrived in Australia for a historic visit to strengthen the UK’s commitment to the security of the Indo-Pacific.
Russian naval activity near UK waters climbs 30% in two years, UK MOD says
The UK Ministry of Defense (UK MOD) has reported a 30% increase in Russian naval vessels threatening British waters over the past two years.
Australian Navy’s Anzac-class frigate transits South China Sea
Royal Australian Navy’s (RAN) Anzac-class frigate HMAS Toowoomba has transited the South China Sea in the vicinity of the Spratly Islands as part of its 2026 regional presence deployment.
Largest aircraft carrier in the world heads to Middle East
The United States is deploying a second aircraft carrier to the Middle East, with the nuclear-powered USS Gerald R. Ford set to join the USS Abraham Lincoln strike group already operating in the region, according to US media reports.
US Navy’s Arleigh Burke-class destroyer collides with supply ship during refueling
The US Navy guided-missile destroyer USS Truxtun and the navy supply vessel USNS Supply have collided during a refueling operation at sea.
Canada’s 31-year-old warship sets sail on major overseas deployment
HMCS Charlottetown, the Canadian Navy’s Halifax-class frigate which entered service in 1995, has set sail from its home port of Halifax, Nova Scotia, for a six-month deployment to the Indo-Pacific region.
WATCH: World’s largest aircraft carrier shows its power in the Caribbean
The US military forces have carried out a successful maritime interdiction mission in the Caribbean Sea that highlighted the capabilities of the world’s largest aircraft carrier, the USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78).
Global naval power in focus: Top stories on Naval Today in 2025
From record-breaking export deals to major fleet expansions and innovative projects, here are the top naval stories our readers found most compelling this year.
Three boats destroyed as US forces launch strikes in Eastern Pacific (VIDEO)
The US forces have carried out strikes against three boats in the Eastern Pacific Ocean as part of an ongoing maritime security operation, according to US officials.
Curtain falls on Royal Navy’s 2025 deployment as UK Carrier Strike Group returns home (PHOTOS)
The Royal Navy’s Carrier Strike Group (CSG) has completed its eight-month global deployment, returning home aboard HMS Prince of Wales and its escort vessels after steaming more than 40,000 nautical miles across the Indo-Pacific, Mediterranean, and beyond.
Türkiye: Aselsan tests new naval air defense system in live-fire trial
Defense company Aselsan has carried out a live-fire test of the GÖKSUR air defense system, achieving a major milestone for Türkiye’s naval defense.
US Coast Guard investing in robotics to strengthen operational capabilities
The US Coast Guard is set to invest nearly $350 million in robotics and autonomous systems to strengthen mission execution and operational capabilities.
US Navy tests four Trident II D5 missiles from Ohio-class sub off Florida coast
The US Navy has conducted four scheduled test flights of unarmed Trident II D5LE missiles from an Ohio-class ballistic missile submarine off the east coast of Florida.