The crew of HMS Ledbury, seen here, have the freedom of the town. They are currently on deployment in The Gulf.
HMS Ledbury is currently on deployment in the Persian Gulf and Indian Ocean as part of Operation Kipion.
The Hunt-class minesweeper is there to help promote peace and stability in the region.
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