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Ministry of Defence 🇬🇧

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Ministry of Defence 🇬🇧

@DefenceHQ

Secure at home and strong abroad. Official X channel for UK Ministry of Defence.

London UK

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Joined September 2008

Ministry of Defence 🇬🇧
@DefenceHQ
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As drones reshape conflicts from Ukraine to the Middle East, we are focused on innovating faster. Defence Secretary @DanJarvisMBE opened the new Uncrewed Systems Centre at DroneTEX, Europe’s largest drone testing facility, designed to develop and field capabilities at pace.
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Chief of the Defence Staff
@UKCDS_MOD
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Pleased to welcome the Defence Secretary @DanJarvisMBE to the MOD this morning. I look forward to working closely with him, continuing the unceasing work of supporting our Armed Forces and keeping our country safe.
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Dan Jarvis MP
@DanJarvisMBE
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The defence of our nation is the first duty of government. Our Armed Forces carry out that duty every day with professionalism, courage, and extraordinary skill. It is a huge honour and a privilege to serve alongside them again.
UK Prime Minister
@10DowningStreet
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Dan Jarvis MBE MP @DanJarvisMBE has been appointed as Secretary of State for Defence @DefenceHQ.
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UK Prime Minister
@10DowningStreet
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Dan Jarvis MBE MP @DanJarvisMBE has been appointed as Secretary of State for Defence @DefenceHQ.
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Al Carns
@AlistairCarns
Jun 10
Putin’s ‘three-day special military operation’ has now lasted longer than the entire length of the First World War. Ukrainians have bravely resisted Russia’s invasion and Britain will always stand with you. #StandWithUkraine
Ministry of Defence 🇬🇧
@DefenceHQ
Jun 9
The illegal and unprovoked invasion of Ukraine is continuing. The map below is the latest Defence Intelligence update on the situation in Ukraine – 09 June 2026. #StandWithUkraine
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Ministry of Defence 🇬🇧
@DefenceHQ
Jun 10
The UK and Australia share a special bond stemming from our shared beliefs that resonate across generations of shared history. 🇬🇧🤝🇦🇺 In London today the Defence Secretary @JohnHealey_MP and the Foreign Secretary @YvetteCooperMP met with their counterparts for the annual AUKMIN
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Ministry of Defence 🇬🇧
@DefenceHQ
Jun 9
The illegal and unprovoked invasion of Ukraine is continuing. The map below is the latest Defence Intelligence update on the situation in Ukraine – 09 June 2026. #StandWithUkraine
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Ministry of Defence 🇬🇧
@DefenceHQ
Jun 9
Replying to @DefenceHQ
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24 universities and colleges awarded investment to boost student places and strengthen UK defence...
From gov.uk
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Ministry of Defence 🇬🇧
@DefenceHQ
Jun 9
24 colleges and universities across England will share £80 million through the Strategic Priorities Grant, the largest single initiative in the Defence Industrial Strategy skills package. The funds will help train the next generation of students for critical careers in defence.
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Royal Navy
@RoyalNavy
Jun 8
.@RN_DTXG are deploying the Video Ray Defender-Viper system to neutralise mines in the Strait of Hormuz. Loaded onto @RFALymeBay, this system combines advanced sonar, remote operation and precision demolition to tackle threats beneath the waves. royalnavy.mod.uk/news/2026/june…
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Ministry of Defence 🇬🇧
@DefenceHQ
Jun 9
People are the heart of defence. We thank our Armed Forces for their sacrifices. This Government has awarded a 3.6% pay rise, bringing total pay increases to 14.1% since July 2024 - recognising their dedication as defence demands grow. Read more: ow.ly/IkQb50Z9k9e
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Defence Medical Services
@DMS_MilMed
Jun 9
Fastest route to care. When a patient fell critically ill with hantavirus on Tristan da Cunha, #DefenceMedical personnel deployed within hours. From parachute insertion to critical care, this is a story of speed, medical expertise and teamwork. Read more: gov.uk/government/new…
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The Royal Family
@RoyalFamily
Jun 8
🇺🇦 The President of Ukraine visited The King this afternoon at Windsor Castle
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