US EditionNavy 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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A Russian submarine was seen by fishermen off the Anglo-Norman Islands of Jersey and Guernsey on 28 June. The vessel was followed by the French Navy for several days. (International).
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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