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flag HMS Dragon departs for eastern Mediterranean amid Iran tensions, carrying advanced missile defense to protect UK assets.

flag HMS Dragon, a Royal Navy Type 45 destroyer, departed Portsmouth for the eastern Mediterranean amid rising regional tensions, marking its first deployment to a conflict zone for some crew members. flag Relatives described emotional goodbyes, citing concerns over safety and separation from young children. flag The ship, equipped with the advanced Sea Viper missile system capable of intercepting multiple supersonic threats, is tasked with bolstering UK defense, including protecting RAF Akrotiri. flag It has previously demonstrated its capabilities in the Red Sea and during exercises off Scotland. flag Commanders praised the crew’s readiness and the support of families and the public.

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