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Do the Shetland Isles need Cold War-style military protection?

Published November 2, 2026 5:45 pm • Updated November 2, 2026 5:45 pm •
Do the Shetland Isles need Cold War-style military protection?
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Calls are being made for the defence of the Shetland Isles to be strengthened after increased sightings of Russian trawlers off the coast of Scotland.

Calls are being made for the defence of the Shetland Isles to be strengthened after increased sightings of Russian trawlers off the coast of Scotland.

Source: BBC Science & Environment — Original report ↗

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