Op FIRECREST Phase 1 complete but for the UKCSG HQ training continues in the US. 🇬🇧🤝🇺🇲 Warfighting advantage comes from understanding how we train/fight together. Great to work with @USNavy and RDML Miller during the @csg_two Warfare Commanders' Conference.

From the High North to the wider #NATO area ⚓ during #NeptuneStrike the UK Carrier Strike Group operated alongside NATO maritime forces, strengthening interoperability, enhancing readiness, and reinforcing collective defence.

Precision 🎯. Trust 💪. Interoperability 🤝. During #NeptuneStrike 🔱, F-35s from the UK Carrier Strike Group 🇬🇧 link up with an Italian Air Force tanker 🇮🇹 for air-to-air refuelling ⛽️ — a capability that extends Allied reach and keeps @NATO airpower in the fight ⚔️. #WeAreNATO 🛡️ #StrongerTogether 💪 #ArcticSentry ❄️

Op Firecrest Phase 1 - Complete #ArcticSentry #WeAreNATO #SeaPower

#NeptuneStrike ⚡️ UK CSG operating alongside forces from across the @NATO Alliance ensures we are always ready to deter, defend and protect. #StrongerTogether #ArcticSentry #DeterAndDefend

A secure High North is built together! 🛡️ #NeptuneStrike 26-3 brings together Allied capabilities to strengthen integration, reinforce collective defence and demonstrate @NATO's ability to deter, defend and respond across the High North. Prepared. Integrated. Ready. #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 | @MarineNationale | @EtatMajorFR | @FranceOTAN | @spmarfor | @EMADmde | @SpainNATO | @Defensagob

Projecting combat power from the High North❄️ UK CSG with NATO Allies are demonstrating long-range strikes for the defence of Allied territory. #NeptuneStrike showcases interoperability, enhanced vigilance and allied deterrence. #StrongerTogether #ArcticSentry

Perfect conditions to do what we do best, whilst on #NeptuneStrike in the High North topping up @HMSDuncan & @HMSSomerset #StrongerTogether

HMS Somerset and a French Destroyer 🇫🇷 have fully integrated into the UK CSG🇬🇧. Bringing together high-end capabilities for #NeptuneStrike. #DeterAndDefend #StrongerTogether #ArcticSentry

Fired up for the week ahead! 🔥 Neptune Strike 🔱is full steam ahead, and with a busy 3 days of activity complete, the UK Carrier Strike Group 🇬🇧 is ready for whatever lies ahead! Neptune Strike 26 takes place from 17-23 July and brings together Allied maritime, air, land and multinational forces to strengthen the Alliance’s ability to integrate and command forces for multi-domain operations under a unified operational framework. #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

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