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PM makes rare visit to nuclear-armed submarine to show UK's strength - but Putin will take note of a potential weakness

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HMS Vanguard was kept at sea for more than 200 days - one of the longest-ever deployments.

The Royal Navy must keep one nuclear-armed submarine at sea at all times.

The so-called "continuous at-sea deterrence" is the cornerstone of UK defence strategy.

It is the ultimate guarantor of the nation's security.

Video released by the MoD shows Sir Keir and Defence Secretary sailing out to greet the submarine.

As well as visiting HMS Vanguard earlier in the week , the prime minister and defence secretary also spoke with family members of the submariners who have been at sea for more than half a year. Four crew members returned to meet newborn babies..

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