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UK Defence in Italy 🇬🇧🇮🇹

@UKDefenceItaly

Official account of the UK Attachés and Defence Section in Italy and @UKinItaly. Account ufficiale dell'Addetto e della Sezione Difesa del Regno Unito in Italia

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@DefenceHQJun 30
The Defence Investment Plan has been published – our plan to equip our armed forces and defend our future. Here’s the key things you need to know in the 🧵👇
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@DefenceHQJun 27
Making an entrance! #ArmedForcesDay The RAF Falcons land in Aldershot to dazzle crowds at our national celebration. 🪂 @ArmedForcesDay is an important chance to honour the relationship between the Armed Forces and the communities they serve 🤝
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@DefenceHQJun 29
The illegal and unprovoked invasion of Ukraine is continuing. The map below is the latest Defence Intelligence update on the situation in Ukraine – 29 June 2026. #StandWithUkraine
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@FCDOGovUKJun 29
Six UK search dogs are now working alongside the @UK_ISAR_TEAM in Venezuela, helping find survivors following the earthquake. Supported by the @RoyalAirForce, the team has deployed with specialist rescue equipment and drones to support life-saving operations.
Davey the search and rescue dog is seen entering a collapsed building in Venezuela whilst his handler from Lancashire unit stands nearby.

ALT Davey the search and rescue dog is seen entering a collapsed building in Venezuela whilst his handler from Lancashire unit stands nearby.

Luna the search and rescue dog is seen entering a collapsed building in Venezuela whilst his handler stands nearby.

ALT Luna the search and rescue dog is seen entering a collapsed building in Venezuela whilst his handler stands nearby.

The UK specialist search and rescue team gather ahead of deployment in Venezula. The team wearing orange safety gear are accompanied by their search and rescue dogs.

ALT The UK specialist search and rescue team gather ahead of deployment in Venezula. The team wearing orange safety gear are accompanied by their search and rescue dogs.

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Con noi moltissimi amici e colleghi del mondo difesa italiani e internazionali. Grazie di aver festeggiato con noi!
UK in Italy 🇬🇧🇮🇹 (@UKinItaly) profile pictureUK in Italy 🇬🇧🇮🇹
@UKinItalyJun 19
Yesterday in Rome, we celebrated the #RomeKBP at Villa Wolkonsky 🇬🇧 Ambassador @sblhickey hosted over 2,000 guests from across politics, institutions, diplomacy, business and culture, celebrating the strength of UK–Italy relations 🇮🇹 📷👉flic.kr/s/aHBqjCXa2N #GREATcampaign
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@DefenceHQJun 18
For over 75 years the @NATO alliance has helped keep the UK and our allies safe. Defence Secretary @DanJarvisMBE is at NATO HQ in Brussels today to strengthen Ukraine’s defence, strengthen NATO deterrence and strengthen our European security.
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@DefenceHQJun 19
From sea to sky, F-35B Lightning jets have embarked aboard HMS Prince of Wales in the High North. Operating alongside NATO Allies as part of Arctic Sentry, the UK's fifth-generation fighter jets are helping to strengthen deterrence and defence across the North Atlantic. Together, across land, sea and air, we remain committed to NATO.
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Welcome Ambassador! 🇬🇧🇮🇹
UK in Italy 🇬🇧🇮🇹 (@UKinItaly) profile pictureUK in Italy 🇬🇧🇮🇹
@UKinItalyJun 19
Yesterday, our new Ambassador @sblhickey officially presented his credentials to President Sergio Mattarella at the @Quirinale Palace. A proud moment as we begin a new chapter in strengthening the UK–Italy friendship 🇬🇧 🇮🇹 📷👉 flic.kr/s/aHBqjCX9jF (c) Quirinale
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The Royal Family
@RoyalFamilyJun 13
With thanks to the 1,400 members of the Armed Forces took part in today’s Trooping the Colour, and with special mention to the Grenadier Guards who trooped their new Colour. We salute you 🫡
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Ministry of Defence 🇬🇧
@DefenceHQJun 13
Today we celebrate His Majesty The King’s Official Birthday, as the Armed Forces come together for the historic tradition of Trooping the Colour 🇬🇧
Guardsman marching down the Mall towards Horse Guards.

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His Majesty The King, Her Majesty The Queen, and HRH The Princess of Wales watching the parade on Horseguards Parade Ground.

ALT His Majesty The King, Her Majesty The Queen, and HRH The Princess of Wales watching the parade on Horseguards Parade Ground.

The Honourable Artillery Company on the Gun Park, located on Tower Wharf facing the River Thames at the Tower of London fire a 62 Gun Salute.

ALT The Honourable Artillery Company on the Gun Park, located on Tower Wharf facing the River Thames at the Tower of London fire a 62 Gun Salute.

His Majesty the King's Birthday flypast over Buckingham Palace. Nine Hawk jets from the Red Arrows.

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Ministero Difesa
@MinisteroDifesaJun 12
"Le mie congratulazioni al nuovo Segretario di Stato alla Difesa del Regno Unito @DanJarvisMBE per il prestigioso incarico. Sono convinto che il forte rapporto di amicizia e collaborazione tra i nostri Paesi, consolidato anche grazie al lavoro svolto con il suo predecessore, l'amico @JohnHealey_MP, al quale rivolgo un sincero ringraziamento e i migliori auguri per il futuro, continuerà a rafforzarsi. Il legame tra #Italia e Regno Unito nel settore della #Difesa rappresenta una base solida su cui continuare a lavorare insieme nell'interesse della sicurezza comune e della stabilità internazionale. Al nuovo Ministro rivolgo i miei più sinceri auguri, con l'auspicio di proseguire questo percorso di collaborazione a beneficio dei nostri Paesi". Così il Ministro @GuidoCrosetto
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Buon lavoro! 🇬🇧🇮🇹
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@10DowningStreetJun 11
Dan Jarvis MBE MP @DanJarvisMBE has been appointed as Secretary of State for Defence @DefenceHQ.
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@DefenceHQJun 6
82 years on from the Normandy landings, we reflect on the thousands of British, Commonwealth and Allied forces who lost their lives for the liberation of Western Europe. We will remember them.
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@UKinItalyMay 14
A fruitful start to the first official visit to Italy by the 🇬🇧 Minister of State for Defence. Lord @Vernon_Coaker's visit focussed on the role of the College and the importance and the future of the Alliance.
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@NATO_DefCollegeMay 12
The NDC was pleased to welcome Lord Vernon Coaker, 🇬🇧 Minister of State for Defence, who regularly engages with our Senior Courses during Field Studies in the UK. 🏫 During his visit, he toured the College, met NDC Commandant LGEN Max A.L.T. Nielsen & Dean Dr Suzanne Nielsen, and received a briefing on the NDC’s mission and activities. 🤝 Thank you for the visit and continued support! #WeAreNATO
Lord Coaker with NDC Commandant LGEN Max A.L.T. Nielsen

ALT Lord Coaker with NDC Commandant LGEN Max A.L.T. Nielsen

Lord Coaker converses with NDC UK Faculty Adviser and Senior National Representative Ms Emma Knight

ALT Lord Coaker converses with NDC UK Faculty Adviser and Senior National Representative Ms Emma Knight

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Lord Vernon’s visit to Italy included a 🔝meeting with @Leonardo_IT : the honour was all ours, grazie! 🇬🇧 🇮🇹
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@Leonardo_liveMay 13
It was an honour to welcome UK Minister of State for Defence Lord @Vernon_Coaker to #Leonardo’s headquarters in Rome, who was received by Chief Executive Officer and General Manager Lorenzo Mariani. The meeting underscored the strength of Leonardo’s longstanding partnership with UK Defence. The company’s continued commitment to advancing defence capability and industrial cooperation is reflected in its strong presence across the United Kingdom, operating through nine principal sites and employing 9,500 highly skilled people in Helicopters and advanced Electronics Systems. @DefenceHQ @UKHouseofLords
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Ricordi indimenticabili 🇮🇹🇬🇧 Grazie @ItalianAirForce
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@UKinItalyApr 8
Un anno fa, oggi, iniziava la #VisitadiStato in Italia delle Loro Maestà Re Carlo III e la Regina Camilla. Un’occasione storica per i rapporti tra UK e Italia, che ricordiamo con questa foto al @Quirinale 🇬🇧🇮🇹 @RoyalFamily 📷©Ufficio Stampa del Presidente della Repubblica
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@DefenceHQApr 9
Undersea fibre‑optic cables connect the UK to the world 🌍 Over 99% of international data – from communications to trade – travels through subsea infrastructure. Protecting it is vital to the UK’s economic security, global connectivity and national resilience.
An infographic showing the importance of undersea cable infrastructure, the invisible networks powering data, finance, energy and global connectivity.

ALT An infographic showing the importance of undersea cable infrastructure, the invisible networks powering data, finance, energy and global connectivity.

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@DefenceHQApr 1
Update on UK operations in the Middle East, 1 April 2026.
RAF Regiment gunners, operating in a high-threat area, successfully downed over 10 Iranian drones overnight. As the Defence Secretary confirmed yesterday, there are now approximately 1,000 British military personnel deployed across the Middle East, defending UK interests, people, and partners. UK Typhoons and F-35 jets, together with Wildcat helicopters, have continued their defensive missions overnight, including over Cyprus, Jordan, Bahrain, Qatar, and the UAE.

ALT RAF Regiment gunners, operating in a high-threat area, successfully downed over 10 Iranian drones overnight. As the Defence Secretary confirmed yesterday, there are now approximately 1,000 British military personnel deployed across the Middle East, defending UK interests, people, and partners. UK Typhoons and F-35 jets, together with Wildcat helicopters, have continued their defensive missions overnight, including over Cyprus, Jordan, Bahrain, Qatar, and the UAE.

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Buona pensione caro Massimo, amico e collega della Sezione Difesa 🇬🇧 in 🇮🇹 da quasi 40 anni: “Fair winds” da noi tutti!
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John Healey
@JohnHealey_MPMar 19
The safety of British people is my top priority. An update on what we’re doing to protect our citizens, support our Armed Forces and defend our interests in the Middle East 👇
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