In a monumental moment for gender equality, Lisa Franchetti has shattered the glass ceiling by becoming the first woman to ever lead the US Navy. With over three decades of dedicated service, Franchetti's appointment as the Navy's top officer marks a significant milestone in the fight for gender parity within the military.
The UK is set to deploy two Royal Navy ships and surveillance aircraft to the eastern Mediterranean to enhance security measures, according to No 10. This decision comes in the wake of six days of violence that ensued following a surprise attack on Israel by Hamas.