The RN has learned many lessons over the years, have a little faith. He is testing NATO unity and Bidens willingness to risk the wrath of those voters while knowing any faltering step in those voters eyes be it commitment of weakness will bring back a Trump style Govt withRead more , I do wonder if another motivating factor could be something more base than that. Russian and Chinese Navy Ships Spotted Less Than 100 Miles off U.S. Coast On Monday, two C-17 transporters left the UK with 2,000 armour-piercing missile systems and soldiers to teach Ukraine's forces how to use them. Russia summoned the British ambassador in Moscow for a formal diplomatic scolding after the warship breached what the Kremlin says are its territorial waters but which Britain and most of the world say belong to Ukraine. Nope me neither. Im afraid its too early to plot the demise of the tank.. On 19 July 2020, another explosion hit a power plant in Isfahan Province. Launch control was always in Moscow. The Royal Navy has kept close watch as four Russian ships sheltered from rough weather in the seas off the east coast of Scotland. Ok we fought for repression of all subjugated Countries including the German folk who were under the heel of the Nazi jackboot. "The crew conducted an exercise to repel the means of an air attack of a simulated enemy in the Norwegian Sea.". SMs dont spend a lot of time having needless conversations with their controlling authority. And its theseRead more . Its not as easy as it seems, accurately targeting the correct vessel in high shipping density waters. 25% might just be enough, with the right weapons onboard! The most comprehensive solution to manage all your complex and ever-expanding tax and compliance needs. Those deliveries are ongoing, and there are more scheduled in the coming weeks.. A senior State Department official said: 'This is neither an exercise nor normal troop movement. Will it damage to a ship? Coast Guard releases video of Russian ships in Hawaii waters Clearly I could be wrong on this. 'We have information that indicates Russia has already pre-positioned a group of operatives to conduct a false flag operation in eastern Ukraine,' she said. That's why he wants to overthrow the government of Volodymyr Zelenskyj in Kyiv. Preliminary analysis of the vessels suggests 3 groups. Patrol ship HMS Severn was on duty in the English Channel and Dover Strait, where it shadowed a surfaced Kilo-class submarine, the Stary Oskol, the corvette Boikiy, patrol ship Vasiliy Bykov and support ships. You have to look at the bigger picture, Russia, China and the Iranians are holding joint exercises in the Indian ocean, increased naval activity in the Arctic, My biggest concern is India and Pakistan. I think not, and the point is that this illustrates that Nuclear Insurance works! The guided missile frigate Admiral Gorshkov has been. As for the numbers unvaccinated, I know Putins trolls have been stoking that fire with conspiracy theories about the vaccines. Very old school looking set up and equipment. Russian warship with 'unstoppable' 7,000mph hypersonic missiles 'sails "As I said, it has no equivalent in any country in the world. See reply above. His advanced years are often publicly evident in his performance. The BBC said shots were fired and that as many as 20 Russian aircraft were "buzzing" the British ship. Ryabkov, referring to Moscow's version of events in which a Russian aircraft bombed the path of the British destroyer, said that in future bombs would be sent "not only in its path, but also on target.". And it will be forthcoming if I am wrong as I hope yours will be in reverse. Certainly, if small, but it isnt going to be sinking any frigates or destroyers let alone a cruiser many of which are being fitted with anti shell or missile weapons. Putin praised the ship's strength as it sailed off on its journey, saying: "The frigate Admiral Gorshkov is embarking on a long sea voyage. "By maintaining a visible and persistent presence, the Royal Navy ensures compliance with maritime law and deters malign activity to protect our nations interests. LONDON, June 24 (Reuters) - Russia warned Britain on Thursday that it would bomb British naval vessels in the Black Sea if there were any further provocative actions by the British navy off the coast of Russia-annexed Crimea. Ukraine has long accused Russia of having regular troops in the region, something Moscow denies. Similarly, the economic sanctions threatened by the US and the UK apply regardless of the scale of such action. Ireland tells Russia live-fire naval exercise is 'not welcome' At this distance we could also send a cutting out party/borders Im sure! I have lost count how many times I have read about explosions in Iran over the past two years or so. Bit long in the tooth-just like David, CR!(says he who is about to turn 73). The proliferation of this capability within the new Russian Navy is profoundly changing its ability to deter, threaten or destroy adversary targets. The politicians have finally realised that imposing cuts on manpower and platform numbers relentlessly for the last 70 years has led to a navy that is too small to fully fulfil its Gobal Britain role. Missile attacks would take advantage of Ukraine's weaker anti-missile defences. [However] when youre up against a determined opponent on the battlefield you have to go close and personal with your enemy. The White Housewarned yesterday the situation was 'extremely dangerous' and that Moscow could launch an attack 'at any point'. The Turks the bosphorous cutting off vital Shipping routes to Russia. Where do they and other countries replace it from? whats next a russian build up around the baltic straits?or the chinese off tiawan? Historical animosity towards the Russians. The jams at US West Coast ports have been due to the global supply chain being out of whack. Type 23 frigate HMS Northumberland, based at Devonport, watched the movements of Udaloy-class destroyer the Vice-Admiral Kulakov as it sailed north-west of the Outer Hebrides. NOT, should have out an archer. Final talks on NI post-Brexit deal as UK PM meets EU chief - No 10. The only time there is a difference, is when a SM is deep, sprinting to a new position. NATO should have gripped the Balts, told them the purchasing would be led by Poland and created a unified equipped group of countries enjoying scale of purchasing. The core of the Russian navy's Northern Fleet has been observed manoeuvring in and around Irish-controlled waters in recent days, ahead of planned live-fire drills. But they need to be postured in way that showed the West meant business. Mind you cant complain about my pension, thank God for SERPS. This was of course totally unrelated to his dad, then VP, having a say on loan money going into Ukraine. How would you like me to paint Corbin and Johnson with the same brush? The ships, which can each carry up to 25 armoured personnel carriers, were deployed three days ago but it remains unclear if they are heading for Ukraine. A Russian ship that's been off the coast of Hawaii for weeks is Prime Minister Boris Johnson said the British warship, which was travelling from the Ukrainian port of Odessa to the Georgian port of Batumi, was acting in accordance with the law and had been in international waters. However, the IDF has a long standing policy of refusing to confirm or deny allegations ofRead more . George Allison Their speed, range, persistence on station, sensors stealth and firepower make them the modern day battleships, only vastly more effective. 5 This is howRead more , Thats reassuring.Thanks. One of Russia's newest, most advanced warships - the Admiral Gorshkov - docked in Havana some 90 miles from the southern tip of Florida, amid Russia's warnings to the U.S. about deploying missiles near Russia, the Associated Press reported Monday. It said about 50 BTGs were already in place to the north and east of Ukraine and in Crimea to the south. In such a febrile atmosphere, the risk of a misunderstanding or unplanned escalation is greater, and Russia could use such an incident as a casus belli. The anti-tank weapon systems weve sent out recently are a welcome contribution alongside the stuff the US sent out last year, but much more should have been done and long before now. The USA didnt pick UkraineRead more . 'Grateful for [US's] political & security support. T31 is being procured to a strict budget, to get these vessels built and in service pretty quick, and we can upgrade once in service if the need requires it, they are large, and will be a very flexible design allowing more kit to be integrated over the years. Correction. General Sir Nick Carter delivering the annual Royal United Services Institute lecture. Australia just signed an agreement with UK Defense minister to dedicate Wharf and logistics to readily accommodate Royal Navy ships basing them selves there . The Black Sea, which Russia uses to project its power in the Mediterranean, has for centuries been a flashpoint between Russia and its competitors such as Turkey, France, Britain and the United States. Royal Navy monitors Russian warships off the east coast of Scotland get her back in dock and rebuild her from the inside out. Thanks for that. Since then its been regular movements in/out as the Russian military cycled as many as possible through Syria for the experience. The deployment was cited in Ukraine's intelligence report which said Belarus 'should be considered as a full-fledged theater of operations that Russia can use to expand aggression against Ukraine.'. George is on Twitter at @geoallison, Comments may automatically be held for moderation by our team, they will be approved as soon as possible in accordance with our. 'The different scenarios for how exactly Russia might seek to persuade the West to meet its (security) demands by punishing Kyiv don't even necessarily include a land incursion,' he said. We are were we are now and it should have never have got to this point. The. https://www.janes.com/defence-news/naval-weapons/latest/turkish-navy-commissions-first-intelligence-gathering-ship. Nine Royal Navy ships have completed a "concentrated operation" to shadow seven Russian warships, the British Royal Navy said Thursday, citing "unusually high levels of activity" in the English . Ukrainian Defense Ministry's latest intelligence assessment yesterday warned Russia had massed more than 127,000 troops along the border, together with a sea and air component that marked a 'full strength' force. Wallace should put his bloody foot down, overule objections and get an off the shelf system fitted PDQ. Agreed. EFP is tripwire forces (and not many of them ie only 3 Battlegroups in total) to prevent Russian incursions into Poland, Lithuania, Latvia or rather to reassue the peoples of those countries they are not going to affect the Russo-Ukraine situaution. 36 minutes ago. HMS Lancaster joined Severn tracking Steregushchiy-class corvette Boikiy in the Channel and using its Wildcat helicopter to gather intelligence. This alone would send a message and along with the news that an Ohio class arsenal boat is currently sunning of Cyprus when normally the whereabouts is secret says alot. We have got troops there, albeit only a small number in a training and advisory role still complicates the plot for Putin. I would say that is far more annoying than Greta who actually tries her best to practice what she preaches. The situation is quiet at the moment but when Idlib lights up the Russians will be there in force. No Typhoons in Romania at present, but USAF F-15Es there. Former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev last week warned the United States that the hypersonic missiles would soon be close to NATO's shores. Erm, theres certain CO of a T23 on TV at the moment who disagrees with you not to mention Radakin hgiving HoC evidence, I havent see the show, so Ill take your word on it, Surely if Russia invades Ukraine theres gonna have to be big increases in defence and security spending were gonna have to reinforce all Eastern European alliance members for that matter any country world wide that feels threatened buy any powerful country, Hi Geordie, Youd think so. "I am sure that such a powerful weapon will allow us to reliably protect Russia from potential external threats and help ensure our country's national interests. I am generally centrist and an issues rather than party man and had high hopes for Biden.