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UK Warns Military Action Against Russian Spy Ship Yantar

11/19/2025

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On November 19, 2025, British Defence Minister John Healey said the UK is prepared to act militarily against the Russian spy ship Yantar if it threatens Britain.
Healey said the warning follows incidents in which the Yantar directed lasers at British Royal Air Force pilots.
He added this is the first incident involving the Yantar.

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On November 19, 2025, British Defence Minister John Healey said the UK is prepared to act militarily against the Russian spy ship Yantar if it threatens Britain.
Healey said the warning follows incidents in which the Yantar directed lasers at British Royal Air Force pilots.
He added this is the first incident involving the Yantar.