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UK to Deploy Carrier Strike Group to North Atlantic and Arctic

Published February 14, 2026, 17:16
UK to Deploy Carrier Strike Group to North Atlantic and Arctic

The UK has announced the deployment of a powerful carrier strike group to the North Atlantic and Arctic, led by the aircraft carrier HMS Prince of Wales. The group will operate alongside the US, Canada, and other NATO allies, as a demonstration of commitment to Euro-Atlantic security. The strike group will consist of an aircraft carrier, 40 aircraft, a frigate, a destroyer, a submarine, and a supply ship. British Prime Minister Keir Starmer emphasized the importance of European security and the need for readiness in the face of aggression, stressing that the UK must stand on its own feet and strengthen cooperation with NATO. This move signals the UK’s determination to play an active role in protecting its interests and those of its allies in the region.