Navy Ship Tracking Russian Submarine
- The Royal Navy deployed HMS Mersey along with a Wildcat and a Merlin helicopter to track the Russian submarine RFS Novorossiysk while it traveled westward across UK territorial waters last week.
- This monitoring followed several recent Russian naval movements amidst Russia’s loss of its Syrian base and its increasing use of Libyan ports for logistical support.
- HMS Mersey conducted its sixth such tasking in three months, using advanced sensors to track the Kilo-class submarine and its accompanying tug, while cooperating with junior aircrew from 824 Naval Air Squadron.
- Lt Cdr Dan Wardle stated that the operation highlights the Royal Navy’s ongoing dedication to protecting the maritime security of the United Kingdom and stressed that overseeing naval movements is a key responsibility that helps maintain situational awareness and enables rapid response when necessary.
- As the Novorossiysk departed UK territorial waters, the Royal Navy transferred responsibility for tracking the vessel to NATO partners, maintaining vigilant protection of UK maritime areas amid increased Russian naval presence.
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Royal Navy shadows Russian submarine as Moscow maintains Mediterranean foothold - Navy Lookout
A surfaced Russian submarine transiting through the English Channel has once again prompted a coordinated monitoring effort by the RN. The operation comes as the Russians manage to retain a naval presence in the Mediterranean, following the loss of their base in Syria. In the last few days, OPV HMS Mersey, a Wildcat helicopter from 815 […] The post Royal Navy shadows Russian submarine as Moscow maintains Mediterranean foothold first appeared on …
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