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Trump state visit: behind talk of harmony there are notes of discord

An unusual feature of Donald Trump’s second state visit to the UK was the spectacle of the Royal Marines, the Coldstream Guards and the Royal Air Force “beating retreat” as the president and King Charles looked on.

The Conversation

Trump to land in Walled Garden for royal welcome at little-known Windsor house

William and Kate will greet the US president and his wife, and walk the short distance to see the King and Queen at nearby Victoria House.

Evening Standard

Key timings for Donald Trump’s controversial visit as helicopter to land in Walled Garden

The scale and spectacle of the military ceremonial on show for Trump is unprecedented

The Independent UK

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Memorial for LGBT veterans to be built at National Memorial Arboretum

The memorial will take the form of a crumpled letter made of bronze, made up of words from evidence of personnel who were impacted by the ‘gay ban’.

The Independent UK

Why Queen Elizabeth Was "Icily Displeased" When Her Son Prince Edward Quit the Royal Marines

Prince Philip was "unexpectedly supportive" of the decision.

Marie Claire

‘Black day’ for Royal Marines – MPs react to decommissioning of Navy ships

Defence Secretary John Healey said two former Royal Navy flagships, a frigate and two support tankers will be decommissioned.

The Independent UK

UK politics - live: Backlash against £500m defence cuts on ‘sad day’ for Navy and Army

Defence secretary John Healey says savings would be worth £500 million over the next five years

The Independent UK

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King returns to Royal Marines training base to meet recruits

He attended the training centre 50 years ago, completing three days commando training there as part of his pilot training in 1974.

Evening Standard

Ukraine war led my son to join the army, says defence secretary

It comes as the veterans minister revealed he has re-enlisted in the Royal Marines reserves in case a war breaks out in Europe

The Independent UK

Marine with 18 months to live issues warning after being told he was just dehydrated

James Greenwood was given a prognosis of 12 to 18 months

The Independent UK

‘They let us down’: mother of Royal Marines cadet who killed himself fights for change

‘Perfect storm of failings’ led to death of Connor MacKenzie Clark, 18, at Devon military training centre

The Guardian - UK

‘We need leadership’: Alistair Carns on leaving the military to become a Labour minister

A colonel and former marine has been appointed veterans’ minister five days after being elected as a Labour MP. Kim Sengupta talks to him about his decision to stand

The Independent UK

Royal Family Observes Defense Collaboration With Kenyan And British Forces

The Royal Family's visit to Mtongwe Naval Base in Mombasa showcased defense collaboration between Kenya and the UK, emphasizing joint military efforts and ...

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‘It was massive’: Raheem Sterling believes Southgate’s boot camp shook up England

Post-season training in 2017 ended up being a session with the Royal Marines but England profited from it in the long run

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UK moving to ‘sectarian politics’ with women excluded from inner cities, says Farage

President of Reform UK rejects accusations that comments made on Sunday were Islamophobic

The Guardian - UK

Former female trainee in Royal Marines says sexual assault was dismissed as ‘high jinks’

Marines ‘want to protect the chain of command’, she says. ‘They don’t want to protect women’

Evening Standard

'Dunkirk-style' rescue plan for Britons in Middle East if Iran attacks Israel

The Royal Marines are ready to lead a "Dunkirk-style" evacuation of thousands of Britons from the Middle East if Iran attacks Israel, according to reports.

Marie Claire

Princess Kate Just Dropped a Key Signal That She’s Doing Her Best to Return to Work As Soon As Possible, Royal Expert Says

“She will soon be back in control, better than ever.”

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Evening Standard

King recalls own Royal Marines training as he watches Kenyan commandos perform beach landing

The King and Queen, on the third day of their state visit, watched as 18 Kenyan marines in inflatable boats landed on a beach at Mtongwe naval base

The Independent UK

King reminisces about taking on infamous Royal Marines ‘sheep dip’

The King and Queen watched as 18 Kenyan Marines in inflatable boats landed on a beach at Mtongwe Naval Base near Mombasa.

The Guardian - UK

Ex-marine chosen by Labour to stand against Johnny Mercer in Plymouth

Fred Thomas hopes his time in elite commando force will boost campaign to unseat veterans minister

Daily Record

Drymen Royal Marine hailed for bravery set to auction off medals for veterans' support

The 37-year-old wants to build a Highland retreat for other soldiers to experience a new way of life.

The Guardian - UK

Former head of Royal Marines died by suicide, inquest concludes

Coroner said Maj Gen Matt Holmes struggled to cope after loss of senior role in military

Daily Mirror

Prince Philip's pallbearer found dead after wife left him and he lost military job

Major General Matt Holmes, a pallbearer at Prince Philip's funeral in 2021, was found at his home in Winchester, Hampshire, days after saying he has "one last bullet to fire", an inquest has heard

The Independent UK

Ex-Royal Marines head took own life after experiencing ‘substantial stress’

Major General Matthew Holmes, 54, was found in a bedroom at his home in Winchester

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