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Miami Herald
6 days ago
- Politics
- Miami Herald
Photos Show British Aircraft Carrier Reaching Indo-Pacific Waters
The British aircraft carrier HMS Prince of Wales arrived in Indo-Pacific waters after passing through the Suez Canal and the Red Sea, as part of the Royal Navy flagship's deployment. The goal of the eight-month deployment is to reaffirm the United Kingdom's commitment to security in the Mediterranean and Indo-Pacific regions, the Royal Navy said on Tuesday. The Houthis-an Iran-backed armed group in Yemen-halted attacks in the Red Sea following a deal with the United States. Both sides exchanged fire in the crucial waterway from March to early May. The Prince of Wales left its home port in southern England in late April for a mission known as Operation Highmast. This will take the aircraft carrier to the Western Pacific Ocean via the Mediterranean and the Middle East for joint war games with U.K. allies and partners. The naval strike group led by the Prince of Wales completed what the Royal Navy called a safe passage through the Suez Canal and the Red Sea, arriving in the Indian Ocean from the Eastern Atlantic and the Mediterranean, marking the next stage of its global deployment. Officially released photos show that the U.K. Carrier Strike Group, which includes multiple British, Canadian, Norwegian, and Spanish naval vessels, completed the transit in late May. A U.S. destroyer, USS Truxtun, was also seen sailing with the strike group in the Red Sea. The presence of the Truxtun complicates any potential Houthi attempts to target non-U. S. ships within the carrier strike group, the specialist outlet The Maritime Executive said. The U.S. destroyer also operated alongside the Prince of Wales in the Mediterranean last month. The Royal Navy did not disclose whether the carrier strike group conducted any operations, including escorting shipping, while in the Red Sea, the specialist outlet Navy Lookout noted. During its transit in the Red Sea, the Prince of Wales launched its F-35B stealth fighter jets, according to photos released by the Royal Navy. These aircraft are designed for air-to-air and air-to-ground combat, as well as intelligence gathering and electronic warfare missions. Before departing Europe, the U.K. Carrier Strike Group conducted a naval exercise with the Italian Carrier Strike Group in the Ionian Sea, south of Italy, the Royal Navy said. The drill involved 21 warships, three submarines, 41 fighter jets, 19 helicopters, and 10 patrol aircraft. U.K. Defense Secretary John Healey said on April 22: "As one of only a few nations capable of leading a deployment of this scale, the Royal Navy is once again demonstrating that U.K. defense is strong, modern, and ready to meet the threats of today and tomorrow." Commodore James Blackmore, commander of the U.K. Carrier Strike Group, said on April 22: "Working closely with partners from across the globe, Operation Highmast will demonstrate credible deterrence and our support to NATO and the rules-based international order." It remains to be seen whether the Prince of Wales will have the opportunity to operate with American aircraft carriers when it reaches the Western Pacific Ocean during its deployment. Related Articles JD Vance Is Being Proven Right About Europe's Free Speech ProblemTrump Signs Order Doubling Tariffs on Steel and AluminumNATO Ally Looks to Buy US Nuclear-Capable Fighter Jets to Counter Russia'Doctor Who' Pulls Shock Change as Lead Actor Makes Unexpected Exit 2025 NEWSWEEK DIGITAL LLC.
Newsweek
6 days ago
- General
- Newsweek
Photos Show British Aircraft Carrier Reaching Indo-Pacific Waters
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. The British aircraft carrier HMS Prince of Wales arrived in Indo-Pacific waters after passing through the Suez Canal and the Red Sea, as part of the Royal Navy flagship's deployment. The goal of the eight-month deployment is to reaffirm the United Kingdom's commitment to security in the Mediterranean and Indo-Pacific regions, the Royal Navy said on Tuesday. Why It Matters The Houthis—an Iran-backed armed group in Yemen—halted attacks in the Red Sea following a deal with the United States. Both sides exchanged fire in the crucial waterway from March to early May. The British aircraft carrier HMS "Prince of Wales" transits the Suez Canal toward the Red Sea on May 24, 2025. The British aircraft carrier HMS "Prince of Wales" transits the Suez Canal toward the Red Sea on May 24, 2025. U.K. Ministry of Defense What To Know The Prince of Wales left its home port in southern England in late April for a mission known as Operation Highmast. This will take the aircraft carrier to the Western Pacific Ocean via the Mediterranean and the Middle East for joint war games with U.K. allies and partners. The naval strike group led by the Prince of Wales completed what the Royal Navy called a safe passage through the Suez Canal and the Red Sea, arriving in the Indian Ocean from the Eastern Atlantic and the Mediterranean, marking the next stage of its global deployment. The Norwegian frigate HNoMS "Roald Amundsen," front, transits the Red Sea with the United States destroyer USS "Truxtun" on May 31, 2025. The Norwegian frigate HNoMS "Roald Amundsen," front, transits the Red Sea with the United States destroyer USS "Truxtun" on May 31, 2025. U.K. Ministry of Defense Officially released photos show that the U.K. Carrier Strike Group, which includes multiple British, Canadian, Norwegian, and Spanish naval vessels, completed the transit in late May. A U.S. destroyer, USS Truxtun, was also seen sailing with the strike group in the Red Sea. The presence of the Truxtun complicates any potential Houthi attempts to target non-U. S. ships within the carrier strike group, the specialist outlet The Maritime Executive said. The U.S. destroyer also operated alongside the Prince of Wales in the Mediterranean last month. The Royal Navy did not disclose whether the carrier strike group conducted any operations, including escorting shipping, while in the Red Sea, the specialist outlet Navy Lookout noted. During its transit in the Red Sea, the Prince of Wales launched its F-35B stealth fighter jets, according to photos released by the Royal Navy. These aircraft are designed for air-to-air and air-to-ground combat, as well as intelligence gathering and electronic warfare missions. Before departing Europe, the U.K. Carrier Strike Group conducted a naval exercise with the Italian Carrier Strike Group in the Ionian Sea, south of Italy, the Royal Navy said. The drill involved 21 warships, three submarines, 41 fighter jets, 19 helicopters, and 10 patrol aircraft. What People Are Saying U.K. Defense Secretary John Healey said on April 22: "As one of only a few nations capable of leading a deployment of this scale, the Royal Navy is once again demonstrating that U.K. defense is strong, modern, and ready to meet the threats of today and tomorrow." Commodore James Blackmore, commander of the U.K. Carrier Strike Group, said on April 22: "Working closely with partners from across the globe, Operation Highmast will demonstrate credible deterrence and our support to NATO and the rules-based international order." The British aircraft carrier HMS "Prince of Wales" launches an F-35B fighter jet while transiting the Red Sea on May 26, 2025. The British aircraft carrier HMS "Prince of Wales" launches an F-35B fighter jet while transiting the Red Sea on May 26, 2025. U.K. Ministry of Defense What Happens Next It remains to be seen whether the Prince of Wales will have the opportunity to operate with American aircraft carriers when it reaches the Western Pacific Ocean during its deployment.
Powys County Times
26-05-2025
- Sport
- Powys County Times
Unbeaten Ombudsman has Brigadier Gerard starting point this season
Ombudsman, unbeaten in four outings as a three-year-old last season, could tee up a run at Royal Ascot in the Star Sports Brigadier Gerard Stakes at Sandown on Thursday evening. Trained by John and Thady Gosden, he is owned by Godolphin and signed off last year by winning a Group Three in France. He will carry a penalty for that success on his comeback but Thady Gosden reports that this race has always been the plan ahead of a potential run in the Prince of Wales's Stakes. He said: 'Ombudsman has had a nice break over the winter and the plan has always been to come here followed then by hopefully a run at Royal Ascot, where he holds an entry in the Prince of Wales's Stakes. 'He is a horse that we have taken our time with and the Brigadier Gerard Stakes is a good spot to start his season off on. 'Although his Group Three win last year was on soft ground, he is relatively versatile when it comes to ground. Like most horses he wouldn't want extremes. 'He has been on target for this all spring and he has been training well. He has made good progress in his work this year. 'He seems in very good order with himself and hopefully this will bring him forward nicely.'
South Wales Argus
12-05-2025
- Health
- South Wales Argus
Kate launches seasonal video series about the natural world
Kate narrates the inaugural film from her Mother Nature series that showcases spring with others to follow about summer, autumn and winter. The release marks the start of this year's Mental Health Awareness Week and in a message alongside the video the princess says the 'connection between humanity and nature' is even more important as people deal with an 'increasingly complex and digital world.' The Prince and Princess of Wales's visit to the Isle of Mull was featured in the video about spring (Aaron Chown/PA) The natural world has played an important role in Kate's cancer journey, offering her solace with the royal said to have walked and swam outdoors during and after her treatment for the disease. Kate has also spoken about the importance of children spending time in nature and in 2019 she co-created a wilderness 'Back to Nature' garden for the Chelsea Flower Show, where her children paddled in the stream and had a go on the rope swing as did the princess. In the video which features images of the Prince and Princess of Wales during their recent trip to the Isle of Mull in Scotland, the future queen says: 'The natural world's capacity to inspire us, to nurture us and help us heal and grow is boundless and has been understood for generations. 'It is through nature, that we can fully understand the true interconnectedness of all things, the importance of balance and the importance of renewal and resilience. Connecting to nature helps us to experience a deeper sense of ourselves, the world around us, and each other. SPRING. This year's Mental Health Awareness Week, we are celebrating humanity's longstanding connection to nature, and its capacity to inspire us and help us to heal and grow in mind, body and spirit. As we confront the challenges of an increasingly complex and digital world,… — The Prince and Princess of Wales (@KensingtonRoyal) May 12, 2025 'Spring is a season of rebirth, of hope and new beginnings. From the dark days of winter, the outside world quietly awakens with new life, and there comes a sense of optimism, anticipation, and positive, hopeful change. 'Just as nature revives and renews so too can we. Let us reconnect to nature and celebrate a new dawn within our hearts. 'It is often from the smallest of seeds that the greatest change can happen, and in this ever-growing complex world, we need to hold on to what connects us all.' Kate ends with the words: 'Spring is here, so let's make the most of it together.' In the video the couple are seen with their backs to the camera and arms around each other – likely to have been filmed on their wedding anniversary celebrated on Mull, which saw a similar still photo released to mark the occasion. Much of the footage shows flowers, plants and trees from across the country and the changing of the seasons from winter to spring is featured. Kate says in a social media message – which she signs with her initial – that accompanies the video: 'As we confront the challenges of an increasingly complex and digital world, the importance of the connection between humanity and nature takes on even more significance. 'The Mother Nature series is a reminder and reflection of the beauty and complexity of the human experience. 'It is a tribute to the lessons we can learn from nature, helping us to foster our own growth, strengthen our bonds with the world around us and each other. C'
Glasgow Times
12-05-2025
- Health
- Glasgow Times
Kate launches seasonal video series about the natural world
Kate narrates the inaugural film from her Mother Nature series that showcases spring with others to follow about summer, autumn and winter. The release marks the start of this year's Mental Health Awareness Week and in a message alongside the video the princess says the 'connection between humanity and nature' is even more important as people deal with an 'increasingly complex and digital world.' The Prince and Princess of Wales's visit to the Isle of Mull was featured in the video about spring (Aaron Chown/PA) The natural world has played an important role in Kate's cancer journey, offering her solace with the royal said to have walked and swam outdoors during and after her treatment for the disease. Kate has also spoken about the importance of children spending time in nature and in 2019 she co-created a wilderness 'Back to Nature' garden for the Chelsea Flower Show, where her children paddled in the stream and had a go on the rope swing as did the princess. In the video which features images of the Prince and Princess of Wales during their recent trip to the Isle of Mull in Scotland, the future queen says: 'The natural world's capacity to inspire us, to nurture us and help us heal and grow is boundless and has been understood for generations. 'It is through nature, that we can fully understand the true interconnectedness of all things, the importance of balance and the importance of renewal and resilience. Connecting to nature helps us to experience a deeper sense of ourselves, the world around us, and each other. SPRING. This year's Mental Health Awareness Week, we are celebrating humanity's longstanding connection to nature, and its capacity to inspire us and help us to heal and grow in mind, body and spirit. As we confront the challenges of an increasingly complex and digital world,… — The Prince and Princess of Wales (@KensingtonRoyal) May 12, 2025 'Spring is a season of rebirth, of hope and new beginnings. From the dark days of winter, the outside world quietly awakens with new life, and there comes a sense of optimism, anticipation, and positive, hopeful change. 'Just as nature revives and renews so too can we. Let us reconnect to nature and celebrate a new dawn within our hearts. 'It is often from the smallest of seeds that the greatest change can happen, and in this ever-growing complex world, we need to hold on to what connects us all.' Kate ends with the words: 'Spring is here, so let's make the most of it together.' In the video the couple are seen with their backs to the camera and arms around each other – likely to have been filmed on their wedding anniversary celebrated on Mull, which saw a similar still photo released to mark the occasion. Much of the footage shows flowers, plants and trees from across the country and the changing of the seasons from winter to spring is featured. Kate says in a social media message – which she signs with her initial – that accompanies the video: 'As we confront the challenges of an increasingly complex and digital world, the importance of the connection between humanity and nature takes on even more significance. 'The Mother Nature series is a reminder and reflection of the beauty and complexity of the human experience. 'It is a tribute to the lessons we can learn from nature, helping us to foster our own growth, strengthen our bonds with the world around us and each other. C'
