Britain's Royal Navy confirmed on Wednesday that it has been monitoring a Russian warship and a merchant vessel navigating through the North Sea and English Channel.
HMS Somerset, which routinely shadows foreign vessels deemed potential security threats, observed Russia’s Boikiy warship as it escorted the Baltic Leader—a vessel reportedly carrying weapons from Syria—through UK waters.
In a statement, the Royal Navy said HMS Somerset "watched every move" of the warship as it headed south to meet the Baltic Leader and escort it back to Russia. The monitoring operation is part of the Royal Navy's ongoing mission to safeguard national security by keeping a close eye on any activities that could threaten critical infrastructure such as undersea cables or pipelines.
This latest operation follows a series of similar missions. In January, HMS Somerset tracked the suspected Russian spy ship Yantar, and last month, Royal Navy vessels shadowed a group of six Russian naval and merchant ships carrying ammunition used in Syria through the Channel.
Images published by Britain's Times on Tuesday captured sailors manning machine guns on board the Boikiy as it escorted the Baltic Leader. The vessel, which is sanctioned by the U.S. for transporting arms on behalf of the Russian military, underscores growing concerns over Russia's maritime activities in international waters.
The Royal Navy’s persistent monitoring of Russian vessels reflects ongoing efforts to counter potential security threats in the region amid heightened tensions following Russia's involvement in global conflicts. As the situation develops, British defense officials continue to stress the importance of vigilance along key maritime routes.
The Head of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Kyrgyzstan, Temir Sariev, met with a Russian company planning to introduce artificial intelligence technologies into the country's healthcare system, with a $20 million investment already committed.
Pavel Prass, co-owner of Yandex, is set to increase his stake in rival VK, signaling consolidation in Russia’s tech sector. The move follows a $5.4 billion deal for Yandex's assets and VK's plan to raise up to 115 billion roubles to tackle mounting debt.
For the first time in years, the United States and Russia say they are making headway toward restoring the basic functions of their embassies.
Consultations between Russia and the United States in Istanbul, focused on normalizing embassy operations, concluded after five and a half hours, a TASS correspondent reported.
The United States and Russia carried out a high-profile prisoner exchange in Abu Dhabi on Thursday, marking the second such swap in less than two months. Among those released was Ksenia Karelina, a U.S. resident who had been imprisoned in Russia on charges of treason.
Police are investigating a blast outside a train office in Athens after warning calls were made to local media.
Germany has unveiled a new military aid package for Ukraine, reinforcing its support in the war against Russia.
A small plane crashed near Interstate 95 in South Florida on Friday morning, killing three people on board and injuring one person in a nearby car as the wreckage pushed a vehicle onto railroad tracks, authorities said.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan criticised the international system for its inability to cope with today’s global crises and challenges, speaking at the official opening of the IV Antalya Diplomacy Forum.
At the IV Antalya Diplomatic Forum, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan reiterated Türkiye’s commitment to Europe’s security and emphasized the country’s desire for full European Union membership.
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A quiet Thursday afternoon at St. Peter’s Basilica turned into something extraordinary, as visitors caught a rare glimpse of Pope Francis — not in his familiar white papal robes, but dressed in black trousers and a striped blanket.
The death toll from the catastrophic roof collapse at a nightclub in Santo Domingo has risen to 98, with more than 160 people injured, according to Dominican authorities.
The European Union will begin imposing retaliatory tariffs on U.S. products next week in response to President Donald Trump's sweeping trade measures, joining other global powers in escalating a trade conflict.
In a dramatic about-face, U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday announced a 90-day pause on newly implemented tariffs for dozens of countries — a move that eased market turmoil but further escalated tensions with China.
Police are investigating a blast outside a train office in Athens after warning calls were made to local media.
Germany has unveiled a new military aid package for Ukraine, reinforcing its support in the war against Russia.
A small plane crashed near Interstate 95 in South Florida on Friday morning, killing three people on board and injuring one person in a nearby car as the wreckage pushed a vehicle onto railroad tracks, authorities said.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan criticised the international system for its inability to cope with today’s global crises and challenges, speaking at the official opening of the IV Antalya Diplomacy Forum.
At the IV Antalya Diplomatic Forum, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan reiterated Türkiye’s commitment to Europe’s security and emphasized the country’s desire for full European Union membership.
Police are investigating a blast outside a train office in Athens after warning calls were made to local media.
Germany has unveiled a new military aid package for Ukraine, reinforcing its support in the war against Russia.
A small plane crashed near Interstate 95 in South Florida on Friday morning, killing three people on board and injuring one person in a nearby car as the wreckage pushed a vehicle onto railroad tracks, authorities said.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan criticised the international system for its inability to cope with today’s global crises and challenges, speaking at the official opening of the IV Antalya Diplomacy Forum.
At the IV Antalya Diplomatic Forum, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan reiterated Türkiye’s commitment to Europe’s security and emphasized the country’s desire for full European Union membership.
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