The Royal Navy has deployed warships and helicopters to monitor Russian vessels, including a suspected 'spy ship,' as they traveled through the English Channel. The operation involved minehunter HMS Cattistock and a Wildcat helicopter, which closely tracked the Russian survey ship Admiral Vladimirskiy, along with other vessels. The UK military remains on high alert amid concerns over potential intelligence-gathering activities by Russian ships in British waters. This latest encounter highlights ongoing tensions between the UK and Russia, particularly regarding maritime security. The Royal Navy emphasized its commitment to safeguarding British waters and monitoring foreign military movements.
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Russian ‘spy ship’ & beach invasion boat sail through Channel as Royal Navy deployed to ‘keep watch’ on Putin’s fleet
THE Royal Navy scrambled sea and air power to escort three Russian ships – including a beach invader and spy vessel – through the English Channel. One of the ships under watch was