Royal Navy Tracks Russian Spy Ship Yantar in UK Waters

The Royal Navy closely monitored the Russian spy ship Yantar, accused of mapping critical undersea infrastructure, sending a warning to President Putin.

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British Defense Secretary John Healey announced that the Royal Navy tracked the Russian vessel Yantar, which was gathering intelligence and mapping the UK's underwater infrastructure. Healey emphasized that this incident reflects growing Russian aggression and confirmed that the Yantar had entered UK waters twice, recently loitering near critical infrastructure. The Royal Navy deployed two ships and adjusted its rules of engagement to ensure closer monitoring. In response to increased tensions, the UK is collaborating with NATO allies to reinforce monitoring of Russian maritime activities.

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