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NATO's Unusual Submarine Hunt Near USS Gerald R. Ford

8/27/2025

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NATO conducted 27 sorties to locate a Russian submarine near the USS Gerald R. Ford, using RAF Poseidon aircraft from Lossiemouth, Scotland.
A defense insider described the increased activity as "highly unusual," reflecting NATO's assertive approach in the Norwegian Sea.
The UK Ministry of Defence confirmed the operation but did not disclose specific details for security reasons.
Earlier this year, the UK discussed deploying AI-powered underwater drones for submarine detection.

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NATO conducted 27 sorties to locate a Russian submarine near the USS Gerald R. Ford, using RAF Poseidon aircraft from Lossiemouth, Scotland.
A defense insider described the increased activity as "highly unusual," reflecting NATO's assertive approach in the Norwegian Sea.
The UK Ministry of Defence confirmed the operation but did not disclose specific details for security reasons.
Earlier this year, the UK discussed deploying AI-powered underwater drones for submarine detection.