NATO's Special Operations Component 🕵️🥷 Ex Hyperion Storm was the culmination of extensive training that qualifies @RoyalMarines of @42_commando to be part of the Special Operations Component of @NATO's Allied Reaction Force – which provides the alliance with a force immediately deployable to act as a deterrence or to deal with emerging crises or conflicts. Coupled with @BritishArmy Rangers and @RoyalAirForce helicopters, the Commandos are providing this formidable force, which will take responsibility for NATO Special Operations – not special forces – from July for a year. Colonel Phil O’Callaghan Royal Marines, Deputy Commander of the Special Operations Component Command said: “It demonstrates the versatility of the UK Commando Force, Ranger Regiment and Royal Air Force, both in support of our NATO alliance partners and allies across the globe.” Read more: 👇 royalnavy.mod.uk/news/2026/f… 📷LCpl Stewart-Richardson #WeAreNATO #StrongerTogether #DeterAndDefend @UKNATO @DefenceOps @NATO_SOF

Tracer Tuesday with UK 🇬🇧@RoyalMarines 💥 Royal Marines from @45CdoGp Fire Support Group and Armoured Support Group conduct live fire drills in the bitter Arctic environment. 🥶 Surviving in these harsh conditions is one thing, but fighting there requires a significant level of training, teamwork and determination. Royal Marines and @NATO Allied Troops have deployed to the frozen Arctic for many years to conduct their annual cold weather training, enhancing their warfighting readiness and ability to operate in all environments. @NATO_SOF / @DefenceOps #WeAreNATO #StrongerTogether #DeterAndDefend