Special Maritime Operations = UK Commando Force This morning,... Commandos from 42 conducted a maritime interdiction operation on the vessel CMR Smyrtos, sailing under a false Cameroonian flag. Just another night's work for the UKCF's Special Maritime Operations specialist unit.show more

Snow big deal for a Merlin!🌀❄️ The snow might... be falling in the High North, but that won't stop this Royal Navy bird from taking off. 🚁 845 Squadron - Commando Helicopter Force 💪 Royal Marines UK Commando Force Operationsshow more

🇨🇳🇹🇼 BREAKING | China has announced the launch of... a special naval operation against Taiwan 🟦 The operation simultaneously involves several maritime agencies, navigation, and rescue services. ▪️ “The purpose of the operation is to comprehensively exercise China’s jurisdiction in the field of maritime administrative law enforcement, strengthen the capabilities for patrolling the open sea and maintaining order, control movement in key waters, ensure the safety of maritime transport, and protect national interests,” — the publication quotes the statement of the Ministry of Transport of the People’s Republic of China. This announcement signals a significant escalation of Chinese pressure on Taiwan. Framing it as a “special naval operation” for law enforcement and jurisdiction allows Beijing to increase military activity around the island without formally declaring a blockade, while testing international reactions and Taiwan’s response. The involvement of multiple agencies suggests a coordinated, large-scale effort. Video is generated by grok AIshow more

5th SFG (A) recently conducted airdrop operations from 10,000... feet MSL at the Los Banos Drop Zone, marking a historic first for the unit. During this operation, 2,000-pound High Altitude Airdrop Resupply Systems (2K HAARs) were dropped on Fort Campbell, Kentucky.show more

🇫🇷🇷🇺🇬🇧 France detained Russian shadow-fleet tanker, Tagor in the... Atlantic Ocean with the support from the UK Macron confirmed that interception took place 400 miles west of Brittany as the sanctioned vessel traveled from Russia's city of Murmansk The ship was stopped for breaking international sanctions & using Madagascar flag It's currently being escorted to a French military port under naval guard for a maritime prosecution investigationshow more

🚨 BOOM: THE US MILITARY BOARDS ANOTHER SHIP The... ship is believed to be aiding the Iranian regime FAFO is playing out in realtime! 🔥 “Overnight, U.S. forces conducted a right-of-visit, maritime interdiction and boarding of the stateless sanctioned M/T Tifani without incident in the INDOPACOM area of responsibility. As we have made clear, we will pursue global maritime enforcement efforts to disrupt illicit networks and interdict sanctioned vessels providing material support to Iran—anywhere they operate. International waters are not a refuge for sanctioned vessels. The Department of War will continue to deny illicit actors and their vessels freedom of maneuver in the maritime domain.”show more

‼️🇯🇵🇹🇼💥🇨🇳 BREAKING: A Japan Coast Guard Dassault Falcon 2000MSA... has taken off from Naha Air Base in Okinawa and is heading southwest toward the Taiwan region. The aircraft is typically deployed for maritime patrol and surveillance operations.show more

🇯🇵 Rare footage: Japan’s LSV-4101 Youkou landing ship. A... rare video shows the Japanese Maritime Self-Defense Force’s LSV-4101 Youkou, a large landing support vessel designed for rapid logistics and amphibious operations. The ship is built to transport troops, vehicles, and heavy equipment directly to shore without port facilities, making it essential for disaster relief missions and island defense operations across Japan’s archipelago. Japan flexible reach across the Indo Pacific.show more

Defending America through Operation Pacific Viper. The crew of... #USCG Cutter Forward, with an embarked Helicopter Interdiction Tactical Squadron (HITRON) team, interdicted a drug-smuggling self-propelled semi-submersible (SPSS) in the Eastern Pacific. Though the SPSS sank after its four crew were apprehended, this interdiction prevented an estimated 17,600 pounds of cocaine – more than 6 million potentially lethal doses – from reaching our shores. Bravo Zulu to Cutter Forward and HITRON crews, who continue our operations to counter narco-terrorists and secure U.S. borders and maritime approaches. Read more from USCG Southwest here:show more

‼️🇺🇲🇳🇬 BREAKING | Donald Trump conducted a special operation... in Nigeria involving Special Operations Forces, under the motive of protecting Christians and eliminating terrorists. About two dozen American and Nigerian Special Forces conducted a helicopter-borne assault against Abu Bilal al-Mainuki's compound in the Lake Chad area in northeast Nigeria. US-Nigerian troops battled on the ground against ISWAP fighters for nearly three hours before realizing they wouldn't surrender, air assets then bombed the area killing the jihadists including the high value target. See the latest updates with us: Visionershow more

🇮🇳🤝🇳🇱 Sailing in Sync ⚓ #IndianNavy’s #INSSharda conducted a... #PASSEX with Royal Netherlands Navy frigate HNLMS De Ruyter off #Kochi on #07May 26. Tactical manoeuvres, communication drills, flying operations and a traditional steam past highlighted seamless interoperability and strong maritime partnership at sea. #BridgesOfFriendship #MaritimeSecurity #IndoPacific SpokespersonNavy Ministry of Defence, Government of India NL Embassy for India, Nepal and Bhutan🇮🇳🇳🇵🇧🇹 Koninklijke Marine India in the Netherlands Marisa Gerards Generaal Onno Eichelsheimshow more

A mega vessel perfectly aligned alongside the berth is... more than just a logistical feat—it is a clear demonstration of scale, accuracy, and operational excellence. From the exact positioning to the sheer magnitude of the vessel, this reflects the high-level coordination, meticulous planning, and rigorous control required in today’s maritime industry. In this environment, every movement is deliberate, and every adjustment is executed with expert care. Moments like this prove that seamless operations are never a coincidence; they are the direct result of deep expertise, disciplined teamwork, and an unwavering attention to detail.show more

‼️✈️ 🇦🇺 Delivery of Global 6500 aircraft to Australia.... Australia is not lagging behind Asian countries in terms of military buildup. The company Bombardier Defense announced that it will deliver three Global 6500 aircraft to support the maritime surveillance missions of the Australian Navy. In total, Australia plans to receive a fleet of 11 aircraft for conducting aerial reconnaissance missions at short and long ranges. The start of operations under this program is scheduled for January 1, 2028, and it is expected that the fleet will provide round-the-clock surveillance throughout the year to enhance the effectiveness of maritime monitoring, border protection, and national aerial surveillance operations across the country. Video is generated by Grok AIshow more

BREAKING: The UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) has reported... that an oil tanker caught fire approximately 15 nautical miles northeast of Masirah Island, Oman, forcing its crew to abandon ship. The vessel has been identified as the Palau-flagged, Indian-crewed tanker MT Marivex, carrying 24 Indian crew members. According to India's Ministry of Ports, the tanker was targeted by Shahed-136 one-way attack drones operated by the IRGC Aerospace Force, resulting in a fire on board and the subsequent evacuation of the crew. Footage released from the scene shows the vessel engulfed in flames. Notably, a U.S. Navy San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock can be seen operating in close proximity to the burning tanker, likely as part of the emergency response and maritime security effort. The attack marks another escalation in the ongoing conflict, with commercial shipping in the Arabian Sea and approaches to the Gulf of Oman increasingly exposed to military action. #OperationEpicFury #OperationLionsRoarshow more

🇹🇼🇨🇳 Taiwan's coast guard has successfully pushed back four... Chinese ships that entered a closed water area in the south of the island without permission, — Reuters. Beijing called the dispatch of the ships a "special maritime operation" in response to the start of negotiations between Japan and the Philippines on the delimitation of their maritime borders. China believes that the process near Taiwan "will affect the territorial interests of the PRC." Over the past two weeks, Taipei has recorded an abnormal increase in aggressive activity by the Chinese coast guard.show more

BFAR Aircraft with PCG personnel Completes Maritime Domain Awareness... Flights in Bajo De Masinloc The Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) together with the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) successfully conducted Maritime Domain Awareness (MDA) flights using aircraft RP-1077, departing from Subic Airport. The mission focused on monitoring the Philippine Government vessels providing fuel subsidies and food packs to fishing boats in the Bajo de Masinloc (BDM) area. Upon arrival at approximately 0940H this morning, the aircraft monitored four BFAR vessels and two PCG vessels, as well as around twenty-six fishing boats. Additionally, five China Coast Guard vessels and one People's Liberation Army Navy (PLA-N) vessel were observed in the vicinity. Following a second sortie at 1228H, the aircraft confirmed a floating barrier at the southeastern entrance of BDM and detected an unidentified PLA-Naval Air Force helicopter nearby. The mission underscored BFAR and PCG’s commitment to maritime safety and support for Filipino fishermen.show more

Philippine Coast Guard Monitors Grounding of Suspected Chinese Maritime... Militia Vessel at Pagasa Reef-1 Last Saturday, the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) observed a suspected Chinese Maritime Militia vessel, identified by bow number 16838, that ran aground at Pagasa Reef 1, approximately one nautical mile from Pagasa Island. The said Chinese vessel was likely driven into the shallow area due to adverse sea conditions, characterized by wave heights of 2-3 meters and strong winds. In accordance with PCG’s mandate to uphold maritime safety and safeguard the marine environment, personnel stationed at Pagasa Island reached out to the grounded vessel to evaluate its condition and render support for its removal, aiming to prevent additional harm to the coral reef and territorial waters of Pagasa. Unfortunately, the vessel did not respond to the PCG's inquiries. After approximately three (3) hours, the vessel was able to free itself without external assistance. Additionally, it was noted that the China Coast Guard with bow number 5102 communicated with the Chinese Maritime Militia during this incident but opted not to approach, fearing that their own vessel might also be at risk of grounding in the shallow waters. At present, the PCG, in collaboration with other relevant organizations, is preparing to carry out an environmental damage assessment on the reef caused by the unlawful presence of the Chinese Maritime Militia in the Philippines' territorial waters. The goal of this assessment is to evaluate any potential ecological impacts resulting from this situation. The Philippine Coast Guard remains committed to safeguarding the country's maritime interests and ensuring the protection of our marine environment.show more

In the late 1990s, maritime interdiction rates for narcotics... were below 10 percent due to high-speed smuggling vessels. In response, the U.S. Coast Guard formed an experimental aviation unit, pioneering Airborne Use of Force. The Helicopter Interdiction Tactical Squadron’s success fundamentally changed counter-narcotic strategy. We’re proud of HITRON’s 1,000+ drug interdictions. Find out what goes into each one. Monday, we’ll share a deep-dive of this game-changing mission against narco-terrorists. #USCG #HITRON #MaritimeSecurity #DrugInterdiction Homeland Securityshow more