The Royal Navy and RAF have deployed warships and aircraft to shadow a group of four Russian military vessels passing through UK waters. This marks the third time in six weeks that Russian ships have been closely monitored while transiting the English Channel and North Sea. The Russian fleet, reportedly returning from Syria, was escorted by British Type 23 frigates, minehunters, and surveillance aircraft. The heightened military response comes amid growing tensions between Russia and Western nations, with discussions in London about potential peacekeeping efforts in Ukraine. The UK’s show of force underscores concerns over Russian naval movements near its territorial waters.
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Royal Navy warships shadow Russian task group through UK waters
(Alliance News) - Two Royal Navy warships have shadowed a Russian task group as it sailed through the English Channel and North Sea. Type 23 frigate HMS Somerset and minehunter HMS Cattistock, supported by RFA Tidesurge and naval helicopters, were involved in the operation to follow the vessels as they returned from Syria.
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Brit spyplane buzzes Russian convoy packed with weapons stalking in Channel as UK to draw up Ukraine ‘peacekeeper’ plan
A ROYAL Air Force spy plane roared over a Russian warship in a dramatic Channel showdown – as Europe’s top generals swoop into London to discuss putting troops in Ukraine. The Poseidon P-8A patrol
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RAF spy plane buzzes Russian convoy loaded with weapons in Channel ahead of crucial peace talks in London
The Poseidon P-8A spy plane flew over the Russian Severomorsk destroyer as it led a convoy passed the cliffs of Dover. Merlin and Wildcat helicopters and three Royal Navy warships were also present for this show of force.
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