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Royal Navy Tracks Russian Submarine in NATO Operation

10/15/2025

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The Royal Navy tracked the Russian Kilo-class submarine Novorossiysk during a three-day NATO operation from October 7 to 9.
HMS Iron Duke monitored the submarine and its support tug Yakov Grebelsky near Ushant.
The operation involved 11 surface units from six nations.
Armed Forces Minister Al Carns said UK would safeguard its waters amid rising Russian naval activity.
The operation was HMS Iron Duke's 19th mission in the past year.

History

Historical Context

NATO's operation in 2016 to counter Russian naval expansion reflects escalating tensions following Russia's annexation of Crimea in 2014. This operation involved 11 surface units from six nations, highlighting international military collaboration. The tracking of the Russian submarine Novorossiysk by HMS Iron Duke underscores ongoing maritime security concerns in Europe, reinforcing NATO's commitment to monitor Russian military activities.

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Story summary

The Royal Navy tracked the Russian Kilo-class submarine Novorossiysk during a three-day NATO operation from October 7 to 9.
HMS Iron Duke monitored the submarine and its support tug Yakov Grebelsky near Ushant.
The operation involved 11 surface units from six nations.
Armed Forces Minister Al Carns said UK would safeguard its waters amid rising Russian naval activity.
The operation was HMS Iron Duke's 19th mission in the past year.

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