UK Carrier Strike Group

Welcome to the Strike Group 👋 #StrongerTogether 🇫🇷🇬🇧 #DefendAndDeter

Pulling up for a full tank... in the middle of the ocean. ⚓⛽ After sailing from Iceland 🇮🇸, @RFATidespring 🇬🇧 replenishes Danish Patrol Vessel, HDMS Thetis 🇩🇰 during Neptune Strike. Replenishment at sea is more than a logistics evolution - it is a demonstration of NATO interoperability in action. By seamlessly transferring fuel, supplies, and equipment while underway, Allied crews strengthen their ability to operate as one force. #WeAreNATO #ArcticSentry #NeptuneStrike @COMUKCSG | @UKNATO | @DefenceOps | @DefenceHQ | @RoyalNavy | @UKCDS_MOD | @GenGJenkinsRM | @smrmoorhouse | @SHAPE_NATO | @NATOJFCBS | @JFC_Naples | @STRIKFORNATO | @NATO_MARCOM | @NATO_AIRCOM | @IcelandNATO | @MFAIceland | @HMSPWLS | @RFATidespring | @forsvaretdk

UK CSG joins #NeptuneStrike⚡️

Lighting the way🔥 Maintaining our readiness as our air wing rehearses their self-defence drills. CSG continues enhanced vigilance activities alongside our air defence mission with @NATO Allies. #ArcticSentry #DeterAndDefend #NeptuneStrike

When duty calls, the Carrier Strike Group answers. The UKCSG 🇬🇧 visited Iceland after a busy period under @NATO command, which included: ☑️NATO Exercises as part of Arctic Sentry❄️ ☑️Iceland Air Policing ✈️ ☑️Port visit and media engagement in Iceland 🇮🇸 ☑️Preparation and Training for Neptune Strike 🔱 Next on the horizon - Neptune Strike. This is a recurring activity designed to enhance NATO’s command and control of multiple Allied maritime capabilities. 🌊 Sea you out there. ⚓ #WeAreNATO #DeterAndDefend #ArcticSentry @COMUKCSG | @UKNATO | @DefenceOps | @DefenceHQ | @RoyalNavy | @UKCDS_MOD | @GenGJenkinsRM | @smrmoorhouse | @SHAPE_NATO | @STRIKFORNATO | @NATO_MARCOM | @NATO_AIRCOM | @IcelandNATO | @MFAIceland | @HMSPWLS

Docked in beautiful Iceland 🇮🇸 Our crew have enjoyed a well earned break exploring this incredible country. Stay tuned for more from their visit. #StrongerTogether #ArcticSentry #NeptuneStrike

#StrongerTogether 🇬🇧🇩🇰 Operating off the coast of Iceland alongside the Danish Navy’s HDMS Thetis. Enhancing collective defence and strengthening deterrence along @NATO’s Northern Flank. #ArcticSentry #dkforsvar #NeptuneStrike

🇬🇧🤝🇮🇸 CSG celebrates the strong relationship between the UK and Iceland whilst on @NATO operations in the High North. #StrongerTogether #WeAreNATO

Operating side by side with our close partners @forsvaret_no. 🇬🇧🇳🇴 Delivering @NATO operations to ensure security and deterrence across the Euro-Atlantic. #WeAreNATO #ArcticSentry

CSG F-35s conducting Icelandic Air Policing during @NATO #ArcticSentry & #NeptuneStrike. 🇬🇧🇳🇴🇮🇸 are working together to maintain regional awareness in support of the mission. @Forsvaret_no @MFAIceland #StrongerTogether #SaferSkies

The High North is a region of strategic importance, where @NATO Allies continue to operate together to preserve security and stability, as part of Arctic Sentry. While conducting routine operations in the Norwegian Sea, the UK's Carrier Strike Group encountered repeated activity from a Russian 'Bear-F' maritime patrol aircraft. The aircraft flew close to HMS Prince of Wales, deployed multiple sonobuoys nearby, and failed to respond on internationally recognised safety frequencies. Two UK F-35s launched from HMS Prince of Wales to intercept and monitor the aircraft, escorting it safely away from the Carrier Strike Group while maintaining a professional and proportionate response. Incidents like these underscore the importance of NATO's persistent presence and integrated operations across the High North. Together, Allies remain ready, capable, and united—demonstrating credible deterrence, strengthening collective defence, and ensuring the Alliance can respond to challenges wherever they arise. #WeAreNATO #StrongerTogether #DeterAndDefend #ArcticSentry @COMUKCSG | @UKNATO | @DefenceOps | @DefenceHQ | @RoyalNavy | @UKCDS_MOD | @GenGJenkinsRM | @smrmoorhouse | @SHAPE_NATO | @STRIKFORNATO | @NATO_MARCOM | @NATO_AIRCOM

Defence Secretary @DanJarvisMBE & Icelandic Minister @thorgkatrin met personnel of @COMUKCSG & @HMSPWLS, to receive briefs on Air Policing & @NATO activities in the High North. ✅ #ArcticSentry ✅ #AirPolicing ✅ #RamsteinFlag ✅ #DynamicMongoose ✅ #NeptuneStrike #WeAreNATO

While operating in the Norwegian Sea on Operation FIRECREST, the UK's Carrier Strike Group was approached repeatedly by a Russian 'Bear-F' maritime patrol aircraft. The aircraft flew unnecessarily close to HMS Prince of Wales, dropped multiple sonobuoys nearby, and failed to respond on international safety frequencies. This activity was unsafe and unprofessional. Two UK F-35s from HMS Prince of Wales intercepted and escorted the aircraft until it left the area. The Carrier Strike Group continues to operate with @NATO allies in the High North, reinforcing security across the Arctic and North Atlantic.

Launching loaded ⚡️ As we take off for 🇮🇸 Icelandic Air Policing on behalf of @NATO - conducted from an aircraft carrier for the first time. We remain focused on securing this strategic region with our High North Allies. #NeptuneStrike #StrongerTogether #ArcticSentry

In the icy waters of the Arctic Circle, off Jan Mayen Island, HMS Prince of Wales proves that no environment is beyond reach. Ready to operate anywhere, anytime for the UK and our allies. #WeAreNATO #ArcticSentry

⚓ Keeping watch in the High North. With @HMSPWLS on the horizon, HMS DUNCAN continues operations near Jan Mayen, demonstrating the reach and readiness of the UK Carrier Strike Group alongside our NATO allies. #ArcticSentry #WeAreNATO

Side-by-side, perfectly paced, refuelled and ready. Maintaining our readiness as we continue our enhanced vigilance operations under @NATO Command in the High North. #WeAreNATO #ArcticSentry @JFCNorfolk @STRIKFORNATO @RoyalNavy

On 1 July, we were honoured to host the UK's First Sea Lord @GenGJenkinsRM 🇬🇧at our HQ in Norfolk, Virginia 🇺🇸, to discuss Allied maritime cooperation in the North Atlantic and Arctic. Building on Arctic Sentry, JFC Norfolk’s continued coordination and collaboration with Allies contributes to strengthening NATO's readiness, interoperability and collective defence. jfcnorfolk.nato.int/activity/first… @UKNATO | @UKinUSA | @UKCDS_MOD | @DefenceHQ | @RoyalNavy | @RoyalMarines | @COMUKCSG | @DefenceOps | @UKdefUS

During #ArcticSentry we are delivering @NATO ‘s commitment to: 🛡️Collective defence 🌎Crisis management 🤝Cooperative security #WeAreNATO #StrongerTogether

As we head further North, crossing the Arctic Circle underscores our ability to project power alongside our Allies in the North Atlantic. Even our Carrier Air Wing get blue noses 🥶 #ArcticSentry #BlueNoses