Oh, silly me. How could I possibly think any different with compelling evidence like this 🤔

A sad day for American diplomacy. That hot conversation should have taken place behind closed doors. Real diplomacy does not happen with the press in the room.

The world order I’ve known all my life is changing in front of our eyes. I’m not going to predict where it takes us, or react to a single press conference, but I suspect to a less secure & prosperous place. What’s important is how we respond. To not respond would be delinquent.

Yup 🎯 But we need to be ready for the penultimate paragraph….

Geo-political dynamics are evolving: - What are the new realities; - Which changes are still in motion; & - What are we fixated on that may no longer be a future reality..? A prediction: we'll judge over a too short timeframe & fail to see what can no longer be true.

There must be a peace at some point, but if I could think of a way to ensure it’s not a lasting peace, this would be it… Phillips P. OBrien Ben Hodges Trump and Putin to discuss ‘dividing up’ Ukraine in Tuesday call thetimes.com/article/e8b499…

As part of the Defence Nuclear Enterprise, we contribute to the deterrence of extreme acts of external aggression, and the sustainment of UK peace and security 🤝🇬🇧. The DNE currently supports 47,590 jobs, with an anticipated workforce demand of around 72,000 by 2035. #DNE

HMS Dreadnought will be the most formidable, advanced and powerful Royal Navy submarine ever built. The ultimate guarantor of our security. 🇬🇧

A visit to the National Maritime Museum Cornwall brought back good memories from quite a few years ago, as a young Royal Navy Lieutenant navigating the world’s oceans by the sun and stars. Incredibly satisfying and rewarding 🌌☀️

20 years ago. Great times, the best team.

We don't inherit the earth from our ancestors; we borrow it from our children. (Native American) Ivan Eyre

Hi All, just sent out this free piece. Trump’s tariffs may or may not be a negotiating ploy (I have my suspicions), but whatever they are, they are a strategic gift to China, which will force US allies and partners in Asia to plan their futures with China and not the USA.

👏BZ to the 150 new leaders who have successfully passed out of Britannia Royal Naval College!

So proud of my amazing daughter ❤️

A good afternoon on the water with the Sea Cadets of TS Golden Hind in Plymouth. Lovely sunny weather and a great chance for these young people to learn new skills and grow in confidence. Also good to hear about how Sea Cadets is growing, offering more kids opportunities.

The crew of HMS Vanguard filled Downing Street this afternoon. Grateful to the PM for following up on his invitation to host them all at No10

In a less stable and predictable world, we seem to be on a trajectory for an expansion of this conflict over the medium term. We could take a gamble that things will be different.... or perhaps we should (must?) make sure we're prepared #SDR

Excellent article by Navy Lookout on the future plans for the Type 83 - if it achieves funding, and if the technology works, this has potential to be a major evolution in RN Air Defence capability. navylookout.com/royal-navy-pre…

This is great news Plymouth Drake Sea and Royal Marines Cadets ! ⚓

We will forever owe an enormous debt to the British and allied forces who landed in Normandy 81 years ago today. As we reset the nation’s contract with those who serve, we will continue to remember all those who served to defend our values.