Putin approves big revamp of Russia's navy, Kremlin aide says
- In late May, Russian President Vladimir Putin authorized a long-term naval strategy designed to reestablish Russia as a dominant force in global maritime affairs.
- The strategy follows significant naval losses in the Ukraine war, including strikes on the Black Sea Fleet and the sinking of the flagship Moskva.
- The document titled "The Strategy for the Russian Navy through 2050" examines global military and political dynamics, possible conflict scenarios, and the naval strengths of rival powers.
- Putin pledged 8.4 trillion rubles over the next decade for new naval ships to modernize the fleet effectively.
- This strategy signals Russia's intent to rebuild naval power despite challenges and aims to defend its interests across the oceans long-term.
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Putin Has Greenlit 25-Year Plan to Boost Russian Sea Power, Top Adviser Says
Russian President Vladimir Putin recently approved a 25-year naval strategy aimed at restoring Russia’s position as a leading maritime power, top Kremlin adviser Nikolai Patrushev has said. According to Patrushev, the wide-ranging strategy document lays out the “key requirements for the future combat composition of the [Russian] fleet and its primary tasks in peacetime and wartime.” In an interview with Russia’s Argumenty i Fakti newspaper, he s…
The Russian fleet is considered one of the most capable in the world, but it suffered a serious loss of face in the Black Sea during the Russo-Ukrainian war.
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