Stephen Canning
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https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephencanning 22-08-2012 09:18:54
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Last night the UK intercepted and destroyed multiple one-way attack drones - launched by Iran and its proxies - that posed a threat to civilian lives in the Middle East.
Additional Royal Air Force aircraft were deployed this weekend to bolster our presence. I thank our armedโฆ
Additional Royal Air Force jets and air refuelling tankers have deployed to the Middle East to bolster Op Shader, the UKโs existing counter-Daesh operation in Iraq & Syria.
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In addition, the jets will intercept airborne attacks within range of our existing missions. My statement:
Now more than ever, we must stand with Israel.
For over 70 years, Israelโs very existence has been threatened. Tonight, Iran attacks Israel as their leaders have promised for so long.
Thinking of our military personnel in the region and the people of Israel tonight.
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This video by Cllr Ron Mushiso is a great example of commitment to community and service.
Vote for Ronnie on 2nd May.
Fantastic work by Rt Hon Johnny Mercer to deliver better care for veterans. Office for Veterans' Affairs
The cutting-edge DragonFire laser will be installed on Royal Navy warships from 2027.
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New way of shooting down drones and missiles.
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Costs around ยฃ10 per shot
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New procurement reforms mean it will be operational five years earlier
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I am excited to be building on the legacy of our historic Bletchley Park AI Safety Summit with two days of talks at the AI Seoul Summit in May.
We are working with international partners and a broad range of voices to ensure AI Safety stays at the top of the global agenda ๐ฌ๐ง ๐ฐ๐ท
Check out the video below to see what happened when HMS Tamar joined up with Royal NZ Navy & Ministry of Fisheries, Fiji ๐
This important work is helping to tackle illegal fishing in the South Pacific ๐ณ๐ฟ๐ซ๐ฏ