Royal Navy spent three days tracking Russian vessels in UK waters
Summary
The Royal Navy spent three days tracking four Russian ships passing through UK waters, including vessels under sanctions escorted by a Russian destroyer. Russia responded by sending warships to protect its ships, while UK officials said Russian naval activity near Britain is increasing and poses a security risk.Key Facts
- The Royal Navy monitored four Russian vessels for 72 hours as they moved from the North Sea to the English Channel.
- HMS Duncan, HMS St Albans, and HMS Severn, along with a Merlin helicopter, took part in the tracking operation.
- The Russian destroyer Admiral Levchenko escorted the cargo ships General Skobelev and Sparta, which are under UK sanctions.
- Russia deployed the Neustrashimy frigate to protect its ships during the passage through UK waters.
- The Royal Navy has reported a 25% increase in Russian naval activity in UK waters compared to the previous year.
- In June, British forces boarded and seized a Russian tanker named Smyrtos, part of the UK’s effort to enforce sanctions on shadow fleet vessels.
- The Kremlin has criticized UK support for Ukraine and warned against continued military aid, raising concerns about possible retaliatory actions against the UK.
- Russian officials have suggested the possibility of "semi-military" responses to UK policies, including attacks on drone factories.
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