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doctrine-change2026-07-07 00:00 UTC🇹🇷 Ankara, Turkey (signing during NATO leaders meeting)
UK and Netherlands sign deal for amphibious ships designed to operate long-range drones and autonomous systems
The UK and Netherlands signed a £2.4 billion agreement to build eight amphibious transport ships with flight decks designed to operate current and future long-range drones and autonomous systems. The partnership is framed as supporting a transition toward a hybrid navy and deeper cooperation on uncrewed technology.
DETAILS
Type
doctrine-change
Occurred
2026-07-07 00:00
Reported
2026-07-07
Location
Ankara, Turkey (signing during NATO leaders meeting)
Coordinates
39.9208, 32.8540
Confidence
78 / 100
DAMAGE ASSESSMENT
No damage; procurement and capability development agreement for amphibious ships optimized for drone and autonomous system operations.
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