The Russia-Ukraine war is taking a new turn. Ukrainian troops are advancing in Russia's Kursk. Ukraine has captured 1,000 sq km (386 square miles) of Russia’s bordering Kursk region.

Putin vows response as Ukraine seizes 1,000 sq km in Kursk

Let's now get you some updates from what is happening in the Russia-Ukraine war; where in a dramatic attack that is said to have pierced at least about 10 to 15 kilometers inside of the Russian territory. The Ukrainian forces who are backed by tanks and armored vehicles are carrying out an incursion into Russia's Kursk region for the third straight day.

Ukraine strikes inside Russia; Troops pushed deep into Russian territory

Russia's deployment of a warship fleet to Havana, Cuba, has raised eyebrows as a potential show of force in the region, further escalating tensions with the West over Ukraine.

Four vessels, including a nuclear-powered submarine Kazan and the frigate Admiral Gorshkov, entered Havana Bay early on Wednesday (June 12).

Upon arrival, the warships fired a 21-gun salute that was reciprocated from the battlements of La Cabaña, the Havana fortress where Che Guevara once had his office.

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On the way to Cuba this week, the Gorshkov and the Kazan had conducted missile drills in the Atlantic, testing precision missiles at targets at a range of more than 600 kms (370 miles), according to Russia’s ministry of defence.

According to the Cuban officials, such visits from friendly countries were usual practice and they said the Kazan carried no nuclear weapons and there was no threat to the region.

Havana is 100 miles from Key West, Florida, and the timing of the visit suggests more than standard practice, said William Leogrande, a professor at American University.

“The Russian warships visiting the region are Putin’s way of reminding Joe Biden that Moscow can challenge Washington in its own sphere of influence,” Leogrande told the AP.

Notably, the Kazan and Gorshkov are among Russia’s most modern warships, built in 2017 and 2018 respectively.

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The submarine is believed to be the quietest in the Russian navy, and the Russian admiralty has said the frigate is capable of carrying their latest Zircon hypersonic missiles.

The vessels, including the tanker Pashin and the rescue tug Nikolai Chiker, left their home port in Russia’s Kola peninsula in mid-May.

<h2>US Navy ‘observes’ exercises</h2>

The US military had deployed ships and planes to monitor Russia’s military exercises in the Atlantic and the Caribbean, and has been following the Russian vessels as they transited the Atlantic in recent days en route to Cuba, according to US officials.

US Navy ships that have been tracking the Russian vessels include the USS Truxtun, the USS Donald Cook, and Coast Guard vessel the USCGC Stone, the US official confirmed to CNN.

A P-8 Poseidon reconnaissance plane was also deployed along with other air assets&nbsp;to circle overhead the Russian vessels.

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Canada has also deployed assets to monitor the activity, the official said.

Pentagon and State Department officials have stressed that the Russian activity is routine and poses no threat to the US, pointing out that Cuba hosted Russian ships annually from 2013 to 2020.

(With inputs from agencies)

Russia's deployment of a warship fleet to Havana, Cuba, has raised eyebrows as a potential show of force in the region, further escalating tensions with the West over Ukraine.

Russia's deployment of a warship fleet to Havana, Cuba, has raised eyebrows as a potential show of force in the region, further escalating tensions with the West over Ukraine. Four vessels, including a nuclear-powered submarine Kazan and the frigate Admiral Gorshkov, entered Havana Bay early on Wednesday (June 12). Upon arrival, the warships fired a 21-gun salute that was reciprocated from the battlements of La Cabaña, the Havana fortress where Che Guevara once had his office. Also read: Ukraine war: US unveils new sanctions targeting Russia, Moscow vows 'aggressive' response On the way to Cuba this week, the Gorshkov and the Kazan had conducted missile drills in the Atlantic, testing precision missiles at targets at a range of more than 600 kms (370 miles), according to Russia’s ministry of defence. According to the Cuban officials, such visits from friendly countries were usual practice and they said the Kazan carried no nuclear weapons and there was no threat to the region. Havana is 100 miles from Key West, Florida, and the timing of the visit suggests more than standard practice, said William Leogrande, a professor at American University. “The Russian warships visiting the region are Putin’s way of reminding Joe Biden that Moscow can challenge Washington in its own sphere of influence,” Leogrande told the AP. Notably, the Kazan and Gorshkov are among Russia’s most modern warships, built in 2017 and 2018 respectively. Also read: US says some changes proposed by Hamas in ceasefire deal 'unworkable' The submarine is believed to be the quietest in the Russian navy, and the Russian admiralty has said the frigate is capable of carrying their latest Zircon hypersonic missiles. The vessels, including the tanker Pashin and the rescue tug Nikolai Chiker, left their home port in Russia’s Kola peninsula in mid-May. US Navy ‘observes’ exercises The US military had deployed ships and planes to monitor Russia’s military exercises in the Atlantic and the Caribbean, and has been following the Russian vessels as they transited the Atlantic in recent days en route to Cuba, according to US officials. US Navy ships that have been tracking the Russian vessels include the USS Truxtun, the USS Donald Cook, and Coast Guard vessel the USCGC Stone, the US official confirmed to CNN. A P-8 Poseidon reconnaissance plane was also deployed along with other air assets to circle overhead the Russian vessels. Also read: Argentina Senate passes Milei reform bill Canada has also deployed assets to monitor the activity, the official said. Pentagon and State Department officials have stressed that the Russian activity is routine and poses no threat to the US, pointing out that Cuba hosted Russian ships annually from 2013 to 2020. (With inputs from agencies)

Russian warships' arrival in Havana seen as show of force amid Ukraine tensions

Kyiv, on Tuesday (Mar 5) claimed that it used sea drones to down a Russian Black Sea Fleet patrol ship near the Kerch strait in occupied Crimea. Meanwhile, a military intelligence source in Kyiv told AFP that Ukraine also struck an oil depot in the Russian border region of Belgorod and set at least one fuel tank ablaze.&nbsp;

The latest reported attack on a Russian warship in Crimea delivers a further blow to Moscow’s naval power and its control over the Black Sea as Ukrainian forces continue to face losses elsewhere amid the ongoing war.

<h2>Attack on Russian warship in Crimea</h2>

The Ukrainian intelligence agency (HUR), on Tuesday, took to Telegram and said that a special unit Group 13 attacked the Russian Black Sea Fleet patrol ship Sergey Kotov near the Kerch Strait.

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“As a result of a strike by Magura V5 maritime drones, the Russian ship Project 22160 Sergey Kotov sustained damage to the stern, starboard and port sides,” said the Ukrainian intelligence agency. The ship is said to be worth around $65 million, according to HUR.&nbsp;

The dramatic footage of the attack claimed by Kyiv shows a Ukrainian kamikaze drone closing in on the Russian vessel before a drone hits the ship’s hull causing a large explosion. Subsequently, the video shared by the Group 13 special unit, shows several other drones attacking a jagged hole caused by the first strike.&nbsp;

Andriy Yermak, the head of the office of&nbsp;President Volodymyr Zelensky also took to Telegram and said how the “Russian Black Sea Fleet is a symbol of occupation” and it “cannot be in the Ukrainian Crimea,” in an apparent reference to the attack.&nbsp;

The fate of the Russian warship and its crew of around 60 people was not immediately known. HUR said that the attack was conducted in coordination with the naval forces of the armed forces of Ukraine, and the digital transformation ministry.&nbsp;

<h2>Train and highway traffic disrupted: Russian-installed officials</h2>

Trains were briefly halted on the bridge linking the Crimean peninsula – which Moscow annexed in 2014 – to the Russian mainland, reported Reuters citing the Telegram channel of a Russia-installed official in Crimea.&nbsp;

The Telegram channel of the Russian-installed administration managing the bridge also reportedly said that highway traffic was suspended for several hours before reopening just around 0700 GMT.&nbsp;

<h2>Ukraine attack on oil depot: Report</h2>

A Ukrainian drone&nbsp;hit the facility in the Russian village of Dolgoye which is around four kilometres from the border, reported AFP citing an intelligence source in Kyiv.&nbsp;

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Belgorod region Governor Vyacheslav Gladkov said that emergency services are dealing with a fire that broke out at an “infrastructure facility,” adding that there were no casualties, but did not mention any drone attack.&nbsp;

Ukraine has ramped up attacks on the Russian energy industry over the past three months or so. Kyic also conducted artillery strikes in the neighbouring region of Kursk which sparked a fire at a train station and cut power to a village.&nbsp;

“The Glushkovo railway station was shelled from the Ukrainian side. A total of nine incoming attacks were counted, there were no casualties,” said region governor, Roman Starovoit.&nbsp;

He also said that electricity lines were “damaged” and that both the station and the village of Kulbaki were left without power.&nbsp;

“As soon as it is safe, emergency crews will start restoring it,” Starovoit added.

(With inputs from agencies)

Disclaimer: A number of claims and counterclaims are being made on Ukraine-Russia war on the ground and online. While WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing developments, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos.&nbsp;

Kyiv, on Tuesday (Mar 5) claimed that it used sea drones to down a Russian Black Sea Fleet patrol ship near the Kerch strait in occupied Crimea. Meanwhile, a military intelligence source in Kyiv told AFP that Ukraine also struck an oil depot in the Russian border region of Belgorod and set at least one fuel tank ablaze.

Kyiv, on Tuesday (Mar 5) claimed that it used sea drones to down a Russian Black Sea Fleet patrol ship near the Kerch strait in occupied Crimea. Meanwhile, a military intelligence source in Kyiv told AFP that Ukraine also struck an oil depot in the Russian border region of Belgorod and set at least one fuel tank ablaze. The latest reported attack on a Russian warship in Crimea delivers a further blow to Moscow’s naval power and its control over the Black Sea as Ukrainian forces continue to face losses elsewhere amid the ongoing war. Attack on Russian warship in Crimea The Ukrainian intelligence agency (HUR), on Tuesday, took to Telegram and said that a special unit Group 13 attacked the Russian Black Sea Fleet patrol ship Sergey Kotov near the Kerch Strait. Also Read | Ukraine claims responsibility for railway bridge blast in southwest Russia “As a result of a strike by Magura V5 maritime drones, the Russian ship Project 22160 Sergey Kotov sustained damage to the stern, starboard and port sides,” said the Ukrainian intelligence agency. The ship is said to be worth around $65 million, according to HUR. The dramatic footage of the attack claimed by Kyiv shows a Ukrainian kamikaze drone closing in on the Russian vessel before a drone hits the ship’s hull causing a large explosion. Subsequently, the video shared by the Group 13 special unit, shows several other drones attacking a jagged hole caused by the first strike. Andriy Yermak, the head of the office of President Volodymyr Zelensky also took to Telegram and said how the “Russian Black Sea Fleet is a symbol of occupation” and it “cannot be in the Ukrainian Crimea,” in an apparent reference to the attack. The fate of the Russian warship and its crew of around 60 people was not immediately known. HUR said that the attack was conducted in coordination with the naval forces of the armed forces of Ukraine, and the digital transformation ministry. Train and highway traffic disrupted: Russian-installed officials Trains were briefly halted on the bridge linking the Crimean peninsula – which Moscow annexed in 2014 – to the Russian mainland, reported Reuters citing the Telegram channel of a Russia-installed official in Crimea. The Telegram channel of the Russian-installed administration managing the bridge also reportedly said that highway traffic was suspended for several hours before reopening just around 0700 GMT. Ukraine attack on oil depot: Report A Ukrainian drone hit the facility in the Russian village of Dolgoye which is around four kilometres from the border, reported AFP citing an intelligence source in Kyiv. Also Read | Death toll rises to 10 in Russian drone attack on Ukraine's Odesa; Zelensky calls for Western air defence Belgorod region Governor Vyacheslav Gladkov said that emergency services are dealing with a fire that broke out at an “infrastructure facility,” adding that there were no casualties, but did not mention any drone attack. Ukraine has ramped up attacks on the Russian energy industry over the past three months or so. Kyic also conducted artillery strikes in the neighbouring region of Kursk which sparked a fire at a train station and cut power to a village. “The Glushkovo railway station was shelled from the Ukrainian side. A total of nine incoming attacks were counted, there were no casualties,” said region governor, Roman Starovoit. He also said that electricity lines were “damaged” and that both the station and the village of Kulbaki were left without power. “As soon as it is safe, emergency crews will start restoring it,” Starovoit added. (With inputs from agencies) Disclaimer: A number of claims and counterclaims are being made on Ukraine-Russia war on the ground and online. While WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing developments, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos.

Ukraine claims to have sunk Russian warship near Crimea using sea drones

Ukraine claims it has now disabled a third of Russia’s Black Sea Fleet after its military intelligence said it sank another Russian warship in a sea drone attack off the coast of Crimea. Kremlin has so far refused to make comments.

Russia-Ukraine war: Kyiv claims sinking another Russian warship

Russia-Ukraine war: Kyiv making gains in its battle of drones

Ukraine on Wednesday (Feb 14) claimed it had destroyed another Russian warship in the Black Sea as the war intensified between the two countries, approaching its second anniversary, according to a report by news agency AFP.&nbsp;

The operation had been carried out on a Russian landing ship named the 'Tsezar Kunikov', with the Ukrainian military claiming that its forces along with military intelligence units collaborated to 'destroy' the warship.

"It was in Ukrainian territorial waters near Alupka at the time of the hit," Ukraine’s military said on the Telegram messaging app.

The Ukrainian side employed "MAGURA" drones to inflict the attack, rendering the vessel damaged beyond repair, according to a CNN report.

Notably,&nbsp;“MAGURA” drones are only a few metres long and powered by jet skis but they have a range of around 800 kilometres, thereby allowing the Ukrainian military to launch them beyond its coastlines to target Russian assets.&nbsp; &nbsp;

<h2>Previous attack</h2>

The Ukrainian claims about destroying the Russian warship come after Moscow in late December last year acknowledged that one of its warships had suffered damage during an airstrike by Kyiv at the Black Sea port.&nbsp;

The attack occurred in Feodosiya, located in Russian-occupied Crimea, in the early hours of December 26. The Ministry of Defence in Russia confirmed that Ukrainian aircraft equipped with guided missiles targeted the Novocherkassk, a landing warship.&nbsp;

"Sadly, one person was killed and two others were wounded in an enemy attack on Feodosia," Russia-installed governor of Crimea, Sergei Aksionov, said on Telegram.

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<h2>Change in strategy from Kyiv?&nbsp;</h2>

The fresh attack on a Russian warship comes days after President Volodymyr Zelensky fired Ukraine's top commander,&nbsp;General Valerii Zaluzhnyi, in the biggest military shakeup since the start of the war.&nbsp;

"To win the war, we&nbsp;must all push in the same direction, we cannot be discouraged, we must have the right and positive energy, negativity must be left at home. We can't take on giving-up attitudes,"&nbsp;said Zelensky at the time.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ukraine-says-it-conducted-air-strike-on-crimea-destroying-russian-warship-673600">Also read |&nbsp;Russia acknowledges damage to warship in Black Sea by Ukraine</a>

The move was necessitated as&nbsp;Ukraine has struggled to retake territory from Russia, despite launching a much-publicised counter-offensive in June last year, after stocking on Western&nbsp;weapons.

The failure to make inroads has added to Zelensky's frustration who believes that a rejig is the best way to re-energise the forces. Moscow is yet to comment on Wednesday's attack but experts believe a swift retaliation might&nbsp;be in the works.&nbsp;

Disclaimer: A number of claims and counterclaims are being made on the Ukraine-Russia conflict on the ground and online. While WION takes utmost care to accurately report this developing news story, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos.

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Ukraine on Wednesday (Feb 14) claimed it had destroyed another Russian warship in the Black Sea as the war intensified between the two countries, approaching its second anniversary, according to a report by news agency AFP.

Ukraine on Wednesday (Feb 14) claimed it had destroyed another Russian warship in the Black Sea as the war intensified between the two countries, approaching its second anniversary, according to a report by news agency AFP. The operation had been carried out on a Russian landing ship named the 'Tsezar Kunikov', with the Ukrainian military claiming that its forces along with military intelligence units collaborated to 'destroy' the warship. "It was in Ukrainian territorial waters near Alupka at the time of the hit," Ukraine’s military said on the Telegram messaging app. The Ukrainian side employed "MAGURA" drones to inflict the attack, rendering the vessel damaged beyond repair, according to a CNN report. Notably, “MAGURA” drones are only a few metres long and powered by jet skis but they have a range of around 800 kilometres, thereby allowing the Ukrainian military to launch them beyond its coastlines to target Russian assets. Previous attack The Ukrainian claims about destroying the Russian warship come after Moscow in late December last year acknowledged that one of its warships had suffered damage during an airstrike by Kyiv at the Black Sea port. The attack occurred in Feodosiya, located in Russian-occupied Crimea, in the early hours of December 26. The Ministry of Defence in Russia confirmed that Ukrainian aircraft equipped with guided missiles targeted the Novocherkassk, a landing warship. "Sadly, one person was killed and two others were wounded in an enemy attack on Feodosia," Russia-installed governor of Crimea, Sergei Aksionov, said on Telegram. Disclaimer: WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of photos and videos shared on social media. Veni, vidi, vici.@DI_Ukraine released video of the successful strike on the russian landing ship Caesar Kunikov. pic.twitter.com/RPcpDi0Dck — Defense of Ukraine (@DefenceU) February 14, 2024 × Change in strategy from Kyiv? The fresh attack on a Russian warship comes days after President Volodymyr Zelensky fired Ukraine's top commander, General Valerii Zaluzhnyi, in the biggest military shakeup since the start of the war. "To win the war, we must all push in the same direction, we cannot be discouraged, we must have the right and positive energy, negativity must be left at home. We can't take on giving-up attitudes," said Zelensky at the time. Also read | Russia acknowledges damage to warship in Black Sea by Ukraine The move was necessitated as Ukraine has struggled to retake territory from Russia, despite launching a much-publicised counter-offensive in June last year, after stocking on Western weapons. The failure to make inroads has added to Zelensky's frustration who believes that a rejig is the best way to re-energise the forces. Moscow is yet to comment on Wednesday's attack but experts believe a swift retaliation might be in the works. Disclaimer: A number of claims and counterclaims are being made on the Ukraine-Russia conflict on the ground and online. While WION takes utmost care to accurately report this developing news story, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos. (With inputs from agencies)

VIDEO: Ukraine claims it destroyed another Russian warship in Black Sea

A Russian warship conducted an anti-submarine exercise in the South China Sea, the news agency Reuters reported on Monday (Jan 29) citing Russian media. After detecting a mock enemy submarine and confirming its coordinates, the Pacific Fleet frigate Marshal Shaposhnikov fired torpedoes and depth charges - anti-submarine warfare weapons.

Reuters reported that a detachment of Russian Pacific Fleet warships, including the Varyag cruiser, and the Marshal Shaposhnikov frigate were on a long-distance voyage which included the Asia-Pacific region.

The ships had left the port of Vladivostok last week.&nbsp;

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In Oct last year, Russian Navy warships engaged in air defence exercises and practised locating simulated enemy submarines in the South China Sea. '

According to a report by the news agency TASS, the drills included critical maritime operations, including honing ship-based air defence techniques, executing simulated searches for adversary submarines, and fostering seamless cooperation with the proficient teams operating Ka-27 helicopters within the Pacific Fleet’s naval aviation division.&nbsp;

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The report said that the Russian Navy had been executing essential missions within the Asia-Pacific region as an integral component of the fleet’s rigorous combat training programme.

Over the past several months, the Russian Navy has bolstered its presence in the Pacific region, often in collaboration with China.&nbsp;

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A Russian warship conducted an anti-submarine exercise in the South China Sea, the news agency Reuters reported on Monday (Jan 29) citing Russian media. After detecting a mock enemy submarine and confirming its coordinates, the Pacific Fleet frigate Marshal Shaposhnikov fired torpedoes and depth charges - anti-submarine warfare weapons.

A Russian warship conducted an anti-submarine exercise in the South China Sea, the news agency Reuters reported on Monday (Jan 29) citing Russian media. After detecting a mock enemy submarine and confirming its coordinates, the Pacific Fleet frigate Marshal Shaposhnikov fired torpedoes and depth charges - anti-submarine warfare weapons. Reuters reported that a detachment of Russian Pacific Fleet warships, including the Varyag cruiser, and the Marshal Shaposhnikov frigate were on a long-distance voyage which included the Asia-Pacific region. The ships had left the port of Vladivostok last week. Also read | Philippines to develop islands in disputed South China Sea that it considers part of territory In Oct last year, Russian Navy warships engaged in air defence exercises and practised locating simulated enemy submarines in the South China Sea. ' According to a report by the news agency TASS, the drills included critical maritime operations, including honing ship-based air defence techniques, executing simulated searches for adversary submarines, and fostering seamless cooperation with the proficient teams operating Ka-27 helicopters within the Pacific Fleet’s naval aviation division. Also watch | Gravitas: A full-blown war in South China Sea in 2024? × The report said that the Russian Navy had been executing essential missions within the Asia-Pacific region as an integral component of the fleet’s rigorous combat training programme. Over the past several months, the Russian Navy has bolstered its presence in the Pacific region, often in collaboration with China. (With inputs from agencies)

Russian warship conducts anti-submarine exercise in South China Sea

Russia has officially acknowledged the damage inflicted on one of its warships during a Ukrainian airstrike on a Black Sea port.

The attack occurred in Feodosiya, located in Russian-occupied Crimea, in the early hours of Tuesday (Dec 26). The Ministry of Defence in Russia confirmed that Ukrainian aircraft equipped with guided missiles targeted the Novocherkassk, a landing warship.&nbsp;

"Sadly, one person was killed and two others were wounded in an enemy attack on Feodosia," Russia-installed governor of Crimea, Sergei Aksionov, said on Telegram.

The strike targeted the port town of Feodosia. According to Mykola Oleshchuk, commander of Ukraine's air force, the attack destroyed the Russian Navy’s Novocherkask ship. 
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Taking to the Telegram messaging app, Oleshchuk said, “And the fleet in Russia is getting smaller and smaller!”

"Thanks to the Air Force pilots and everyone involved for the filigree work," he added.

<h2>Reaction from Russia</h2>

Governor Aksyonov&nbsp;confirmed the attack and reported a fire incident in the town’s port area.

However, he didn’t mention about the loss to any military asset.

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Several Russian media outlets also reported the fire incident, showing powerful explosions.

"All relevant emergency services are on site," Aksyonov said on the Telegram, adding, "Residents of several houses will be evacuated."

He also claimed that fires were put out immediately.

<h2>Russia-Ukraine conflict</h2>

Both Russia and Ukraine have made exaggerated claims about the losses to the other side during the 22-month conflict, while&nbsp;downplaying own losses and causalities.

Crimea is a highly significant, strategically located territory captured by Russia in 2014 by force. Ukraine has made clear it won’t strike any peace deal until Russia recedes its control over the Crimean region.

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Over the past two years, Ukraine has sporadically launched attacks on Crimea. In April last year, Ukraine attacked and sank the cruiser Moskva, the Soviet-era flagship of Russia’s Black Sea Fleet.

Moscow had said “a detonation of ammunition” triggered a fire and forced the crew to evacuate, and the ship sank as it was being towed to port.

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Russia has officially acknowledged the damage inflicted on one of its warships during a Ukrainian airstrike on a Black Sea port. The attack occurred in Feodosiya, located in Russian-occupied Crimea, in the early hours of Tuesday (Dec 26).

Russia has officially acknowledged the damage inflicted on one of its warships during a Ukrainian airstrike on a Black Sea port. The attack occurred in Feodosiya, located in Russian-occupied Crimea, in the early hours of Tuesday (Dec 26). The Ministry of Defence in Russia confirmed that Ukrainian aircraft equipped with guided missiles targeted the Novocherkassk, a landing warship. "Sadly, one person was killed and two others were wounded in an enemy attack on Feodosia," Russia-installed governor of Crimea, Sergei Aksionov, said on Telegram. The strike targeted the port town of Feodosia. According to Mykola Oleshchuk, commander of Ukraine's air force, the attack destroyed the Russian Navy’s Novocherkask ship. Watch the video here: Disclaimer: WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos shared on social media. "Russia confirms 'damage' to warship in Black Sea"🤔 "DAMAGE"👇🤦🙃 https://t.co/ENZsPss2ke — Putin is the Virus!🇮🇪 (@Ordinar23421152) December 26, 2023 × WION was not able to verify these claims independently. Taking to the Telegram messaging app, Oleshchuk said, “And the fleet in Russia is getting smaller and smaller!” "Thanks to the Air Force pilots and everyone involved for the filigree work," he added. Reaction from Russia Governor Aksyonov confirmed the attack and reported a fire incident in the town’s port area. However, he didn’t mention about the loss to any military asset. Also read: Russia-Ukraine war: Moscow claims to have seized town in eastern Ukraine Several Russian media outlets also reported the fire incident, showing powerful explosions. "All relevant emergency services are on site," Aksyonov said on the Telegram, adding, "Residents of several houses will be evacuated." He also claimed that fires were put out immediately. Russia-Ukraine conflict Both Russia and Ukraine have made exaggerated claims about the losses to the other side during the 22-month conflict, while downplaying own losses and causalities. Crimea is a highly significant, strategically located territory captured by Russia in 2014 by force. Ukraine has made clear it won’t strike any peace deal until Russia recedes its control over the Crimean region. Watch: Russia-Ukraine War: Russian strikes kill at least 4 in Kherson × Over the past two years, Ukraine has sporadically launched attacks on Crimea. In April last year, Ukraine attacked and sank the cruiser Moskva, the Soviet-era flagship of Russia’s Black Sea Fleet. Moscow had said “a detonation of ammunition” triggered a fire and forced the crew to evacuate, and the ship sank as it was being towed to port. Disclaimer: A number of claims and counterclaims are being made on the Ukraine-Russia conflict on the ground and online. While WION takes utmost care to accurately report this developing news story, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos. (With inputs from agencies)

Russia acknowledges damage to warship in Black Sea by Ukraine

Russia's Defence Ministry said on Monday (June 19) 68 people were rescued by a warship and cargo ship overnight from a boat in the Mediterranean Sea. The ministry said in a statement that the Admiral Gorshkov warship had been the first to receive a distress call from the Avalon, which it described as a "yacht-type vessel" flying the Greek and German flags.&nbsp;

The statement further mentioned that the Gorshkov and the cargo vessel, the Pizhma, carried out a successful rescue operation and the passengers were given medical assistance and transferred to Greek coastguard boats off the island of Kalymnos.&nbsp;

The ministry said that the frigate crews were performing tasks as part of their permanent formation of the Russian Navy in the Mediterranean Sea, and the dry cargo ship "Pyzhma" escorted by it.&nbsp;

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<h2>Admiral Gorshkov warship</h2>

Earlier this year in April, the frigate Admiral Gorshkov and the tanker Kama arrived in Jeddah and left less than 24 hours later after a "long arranged" visit.&nbsp;

According to Russia's defence ministry, the port call was the first by a Russian warship in about 10 years. It added that the two ships took on food and drinking water in the Red Sea port.&nbsp;

Admiral Gorshkov&nbsp;and the Kama were part of a group of Russian Northern Fleet vessels that left in January and have taken part in two exercises, in the Indian Ocean and the Arabian Sea. One of the exercises was with China and South Africa.&nbsp;

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In January, Russian President Vladimir Putin deployed the frigate of Admiral Gorshkov class, which is armed with Zircon hypersonic missiles.&nbsp;

Zircon missiles have a range of 900 km and can travel at several times the speed of sound, making it difficult to defend against them.&nbsp;

Reports have mentioned that Admiral Gorshkov is one of Russia's leading warships and has been used in the past to test and deploy hypersonic missiles.&nbsp;

At the time it was launched, it was said that the warship is combat-ready and will train in the Atlantic, Indian Ocean and the Mediterranean before it is added to the military service.&nbsp;

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Russia's Defence Ministry said on Monday (June 19) 68 people were rescued by a warship and cargo ship overnight from a boat in the Mediterranean Sea. The ministry said in a statement that the Admiral Gorshkov warship had been the first to receive a distress call from the Avalon, which it described as a "yacht-type vessel" flying the Greek and German flags.

Russia's Defence Ministry said on Monday (June 19) 68 people were rescued by a warship and cargo ship overnight from a boat in the Mediterranean Sea. The ministry said in a statement that the Admiral Gorshkov warship had been the first to receive a distress call from the Avalon, which it described as a "yacht-type vessel" flying the Greek and German flags. The statement further mentioned that the Gorshkov and the cargo vessel, the Pizhma, carried out a successful rescue operation and the passengers were given medical assistance and transferred to Greek coastguard boats off the island of Kalymnos. The ministry said that the frigate crews were performing tasks as part of their permanent formation of the Russian Navy in the Mediterranean Sea, and the dry cargo ship "Pyzhma" escorted by it. Also read: US, China want to stabilise relationship, says Blinken after meeting Xi Admiral Gorshkov warship Earlier this year in April, the frigate Admiral Gorshkov and the tanker Kama arrived in Jeddah and left less than 24 hours later after a "long arranged" visit. According to Russia's defence ministry, the port call was the first by a Russian warship in about 10 years. It added that the two ships took on food and drinking water in the Red Sea port. Admiral Gorshkov and the Kama were part of a group of Russian Northern Fleet vessels that left in January and have taken part in two exercises, in the Indian Ocean and the Arabian Sea. One of the exercises was with China and South Africa. Also read: Greece boat tragedy: Pakistanis were singled out to go below deck, says report Watch: India and China reignite Russian crude demand × In January, Russian President Vladimir Putin deployed the frigate of Admiral Gorshkov class, which is armed with Zircon hypersonic missiles. Zircon missiles have a range of 900 km and can travel at several times the speed of sound, making it difficult to defend against them. Reports have mentioned that Admiral Gorshkov is one of Russia's leading warships and has been used in the past to test and deploy hypersonic missiles. At the time it was launched, it was said that the warship is combat-ready and will train in the Atlantic, Indian Ocean and the Mediterranean before it is added to the military service. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Russia says one of its warships rescued 68 passengers from boat in Mediterranean

Next month's joint military drills between China, South Africa and Russia will reportedly feature the participation of&nbsp;frigate 'Admiral Gorshkov', a new-generation hypersonic cruise weapons-armed Russian warship.

A Monday report by the Russian news agency TASS officially made the first announcement of the participation of the frigate.

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"Admiral Gorshkov... will go to the logistic support point in Syria's Tartus, and then take part in joint naval exercises with the Chinese and South African navies," said TASS, citing an unidentified defence source.

The "admiral of the fleet of the Soviet Union Gorshkov," is armed with Zircon missiles. These missiles form the centrepiece of the frigate's hypersonic arsenal and, as per Moscow, fly at nine times the speed of sound, and have a range of more than 1,000 km or 620 miles.&nbsp;

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It also carries the Avangard glide vehicle that, as per a Reuters report, entered combat duty in 2019. These, as per the Center for Strategic &amp; International Studies, are part of the six "next generation"&nbsp;weapons which were described by Russian President Vladimir Putin during a speech in 2018.

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The drills will run from February 17 to February 27 near the port city of Durban and Richards Bay. As per the South African National Defense Force, the exercises aim "to strengthen the already flourishing relations between South Africa, Russia and China."

These are the second such round of exercises involving the three nations. Their last military drills were in 2019.

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Next month's joint military drills between China, South Africa and Russia will reportedly feature the participation of frigate 'Admiral Gorshkov', a new-generation hypersonic cruise weapons-armed Russian warship. A Monday report by the Russian news agency TASS officially made the first announcement of the participation of the frigate. Watch | WION Fineprint | War in Ukraine: Ukraine asks for special tanks ahead of Russia's new assault "Admiral Gorshkov... will go to the logistic support point in Syria's Tartus, and then take part in joint naval exercises with the Chinese and South African navies," said TASS, citing an unidentified defence source. The "admiral of the fleet of the Soviet Union Gorshkov," is armed with Zircon missiles. These missiles form the centrepiece of the frigate's hypersonic arsenal and, as per Moscow, fly at nine times the speed of sound, and have a range of more than 1,000 km or 620 miles. Also read | Germany 'won't stand in the way' of Poland's decision to supply Leopard tanks to Ukraine It also carries the Avangard glide vehicle that, as per a Reuters report, entered combat duty in 2019. These, as per the Center for Strategic & International Studies, are part of the six "next generation" weapons which were described by Russian President Vladimir Putin during a speech in 2018. Also read | Who is Jeff Zients, soon to replace Ron Klain, as White House chief of staff? The drills will run from February 17 to February 27 near the port city of Durban and Richards Bay. As per the South African National Defense Force, the exercises aim "to strengthen the already flourishing relations between South Africa, Russia and China." These are the second such round of exercises involving the three nations. Their last military drills were in 2019. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Russian hypersonic missiles-armed warship 'Admiral Gorshkov' to participate in drills with China and S.Africa

Russia's lead warship 'Moskva' sank in the Black Sea after a fire and explosion claimed by Ukraine. Russian news agency said that the ship sank as it was being towed to port in stormy weather. US has backed Ukraine's claim that its missile lead to wreckage of Russian warship

Ukraine's Neptune missile lead to wreckage of Russian warship 'Moskva': US

While Ukraine and Russia continue to hold ceasefire talks the fighting on ground has only intensified. With Moscow now reporting attack on warship, a Russian flagship was reportedly damaged due to attack at the Black Sea. Russian navy's flagship sea fleet the Moskva missile cruiser was damaged heavily.

Russian flagship Moskva missile cruiser damaged in Black sea

Russian Warship 'Seriously Damaged,' Ukraine claims responsibility

As the besieged country continues to strive to maintain morale high and win the PR battle against invading Russian forces, Ukraine has picked the image for a new postage stamp titled "Russian warship, go fuck yourself!"

Emine Dzheppar, the country's first deputy foreign minister, announced the stamp commemorating the Snake Island incident, in which 13 border guards stationed on a roughly 16-hectare (40-acre) rocky island about 186 miles (300 kilometres) west of Crimea reportedly replied, "Russian warship, go f**k yourself," when asked to surrender.

They were then attacked and believed to have been killed.&nbsp;

According to Dzheppar, the artist Boris Groh's illustration earned the most votes in a competition organised by the Ukrainian postal service.&nbsp; 
 
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According to an interpreter for NPR, the winning design's artist, Borys Groh, told Ukrposhta that the soldiers' refusal to surrender inspired him to submit a drawing to boost morale.

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The postage stamp named "Russian warship, go f**k yourself!" will appear in🇺🇦. The sketch by artist Boris Groh received the most votes and will soon be published by Ukraine's state postal company. 
🇺🇦✌️<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/StandWithUkraine?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#StandWithUkraine</a><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/StopRussianAgression?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#StopRussianAgression</a> <a href="https://t.co/ByYAzw2tYq">pic.twitter.com/ByYAzw2tYq</a>
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He said the design took him three days to complete and that if he hadn't been distracted by the news, he could have finished it in five hours.

Groh used to dwell in a city on Snake Island on the Crimean peninsula.

He is currently in Lviv, Ukraine's westernmost city.&nbsp;

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As the besieged country continues to strive to maintain morale high and win the PR battle against invading Russian forces, Ukraine has picked the image for a new postage stamp titled "Russian warship, go fuck yourself!

As the besieged country continues to strive to maintain morale high and win the PR battle against invading Russian forces, Ukraine has picked the image for a new postage stamp titled "Russian warship, go fuck yourself!" Emine Dzheppar, the country's first deputy foreign minister, announced the stamp commemorating the Snake Island incident, in which 13 border guards stationed on a roughly 16-hectare (40-acre) rocky island about 186 miles (300 kilometres) west of Crimea reportedly replied, "Russian warship, go f**k yourself," when asked to surrender. They were then attacked and believed to have been killed. According to Dzheppar, the artist Boris Groh's illustration earned the most votes in a competition organised by the Ukrainian postal service. Also read | Pentagon says 'armed attack on one, attack on all' if Russian forces strike in Poland According to an interpreter for NPR, the winning design's artist, Borys Groh, told Ukrposhta that the soldiers' refusal to surrender inspired him to submit a drawing to boost morale. The postage stamp named "Russian warship, go f**k yourself!" will appear in🇺🇦. The sketch by artist Boris Groh received the most votes and will soon be published by Ukraine's state postal company. 🇺🇦✌️#StandWithUkraine#StopRussianAgression pic.twitter.com/ByYAzw2tYq — Emine Dzheppar (@EmineDzheppar) March 12, 2022 × He said the design took him three days to complete and that if he hadn't been distracted by the news, he could have finished it in five hours. Groh used to dwell in a city on Snake Island on the Crimean peninsula. He is currently in Lviv, Ukraine's westernmost city. (With inputs from agencies)

Russian warship 'go f*ck yourself': Ukraine reveals postage stamp

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According to an audio recording of the incident, the thirteen Ukrainian border guards murdered Thursday while defending a crucial Black Sea island sent a defiant farewell message to the invading Russian forces.

A Russian cruiser notified the 13 soldiers stationed on the remote Zmiinyi, or Snake Island, about 40 kilometres from Romania's border, that they should surrender or "be attacked with a bomb strike."&nbsp;

"Russian warship, go f**k yourself," a Ukrainian border guard replied.

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A group of Ukrainian border guards were stationed on Snake Island, in the Black Sea south of Odessa, when a Russian warship ordered them to surrender under threat of attack. 
 
Their response: "Russian warship, go fuck yourself." 
 
They held their ground. All 13 were killed. <a href="https://t.co/GMRsXQRSX0">pic.twitter.com/GMRsXQRSX0</a>
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According to CNN and the Independent, the audio tape was first received by the Ukrainian news site Ukrayinska Pravda and has subsequently been confirmed as legitimate by Ukraine's interior ministry.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky praised the guards as heroes.&nbsp;

In the days since the Russian invasion began on Thursday, 137 "heroes" have been slain and 316 people have been injured, Zelensky stated in a televised message.

The 13 border guards who refused to surrender as the island was taken over by Russians were among the deceased, according to the Ukraine Foreign Ministry.

Zelensky stated that they would be granted Hero of Ukraine awards posthumously.&nbsp;

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Russia blatantly captured Ukrainian island <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Zmiinyi?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Zmiinyi</a>, destroying the infrastructure. All 13 🇺🇦 border guards were killed, refusing to surrender. They will be awarded the title «Hero of Ukraine» postmortem, says <a href="https://twitter.com/ZelenskyyUa?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ZelenskyyUa</a> 
 
Glory to Ukrainian heroes! 🇺🇦<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/StopRussianAggression?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#StopRussianAggression</a> <a href="https://t.co/PWEIvqzxyJ">pic.twitter.com/PWEIvqzxyJ</a>
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Two Russian vessels approached the island on Thursday after Russian President Vladimir Putin declared the start of an invasion at dawn.

The ship called via loudspeakers, "Propose to put down arms immediately to avoid bloodshed and unjustified deaths."

In the worst case, you will be hit by a bomb strike. I am repeating... "they said," according to a translation by CNN.

Two Ukrainian guards are heard engaging in a brief exchange — "should I tell them to go f*ck themselves?" — before responding: "Russian warship, go f*ck yourself."

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Wow. It seems the Ukrainian soldiers on Snake Island really did tell Russian warships to "go to hell" before they were killed. <a href="https://twitter.com/unian?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@unian</a> <a href="https://t.co/lRrXQDk3xQ">pic.twitter.com/lRrXQDk3xQ</a>
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Disclaimer: A number of claims and counterclaims are being made on the Ukraine-Russia conflict on the ground and online. While WION takes utmost care to accurately report this developing news story, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos.

Disclaimer: A number of claims and counterclaims are being made on the Ukraine-Russia conflict on the ground and online. While WION takes utmost care to accurately report this developing news story, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos. According to an audio recording of the incident, the thirteen Ukrainian border guards murdered Thursday while defending a crucial Black Sea island sent a defiant farewell message to the invading Russian forces. A Russian cruiser notified the 13 soldiers stationed on the remote Zmiinyi, or Snake Island, about 40 kilometres from Romania's border, that they should surrender or "be attacked with a bomb strike." "Russian warship, go f**k yourself," a Ukrainian border guard replied. A group of Ukrainian border guards were stationed on Snake Island, in the Black Sea south of Odessa, when a Russian warship ordered them to surrender under threat of attack. Their response: "Russian warship, go fuck yourself." They held their ground. All 13 were killed. pic.twitter.com/GMRsXQRSX0 — Alejandro Alvarez (@aletweetsnews) February 25, 2022 × According to CNN and the Independent, the audio tape was first received by the Ukrainian news site Ukrayinska Pravda and has subsequently been confirmed as legitimate by Ukraine's interior ministry. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky praised the guards as heroes. In the days since the Russian invasion began on Thursday, 137 "heroes" have been slain and 316 people have been injured, Zelensky stated in a televised message. The 13 border guards who refused to surrender as the island was taken over by Russians were among the deceased, according to the Ukraine Foreign Ministry. Zelensky stated that they would be granted Hero of Ukraine awards posthumously. Russia blatantly captured Ukrainian island #Zmiinyi, destroying the infrastructure. All 13 🇺🇦 border guards were killed, refusing to surrender. They will be awarded the title «Hero of Ukraine» postmortem, says @ZelenskyyUa Glory to Ukrainian heroes! 🇺🇦#StopRussianAggression pic.twitter.com/PWEIvqzxyJ — MFA of Ukraine 🇺🇦 (@MFA_Ukraine) February 25, 2022 × Two Russian vessels approached the island on Thursday after Russian President Vladimir Putin declared the start of an invasion at dawn. The ship called via loudspeakers, "Propose to put down arms immediately to avoid bloodshed and unjustified deaths." In the worst case, you will be hit by a bomb strike. I am repeating... "they said," according to a translation by CNN. Two Ukrainian guards are heard engaging in a brief exchange — "should I tell them to go f*ck themselves?" — before responding: "Russian warship, go f*ck yourself." Wow. It seems the Ukrainian soldiers on Snake Island really did tell Russian warships to "go to hell" before they were killed. @unian pic.twitter.com/lRrXQDk3xQ — Alec Luhn (@ASLuhn) February 25, 2022 × (With inputs from agencies)

‘Russian warship, go f**k yourself’: Ukraine troops killed guarding strategic island

Russian President Vladimir Putin spoke of Russian navy's capability of a 'lethal strike' as he spoke during a parade of warships in port city of St Petersburg. His words have come just a day after military officials announced test of new advanced weapons. Some of these weapons come from the arsenal Putin said was 'invincible'

"The Russian navy today has everything it needs to guarantee the protection of our country and our national interests," he said.

"We can detect underwater, surface or aerial enemies and target them if a lethal strike is necessary," Putin said according to a broadcast on state television.

The Russian leader was speaking on the sidelines of an annual parade of military vessels, flanked by naval officers in white, and also Russia's defence minister Sergei Shoigu.

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Putin said Russia had secured its place among the world's leading naval powers, including by developing "the latest hypersonic precision weapons still unrivalled in the world".

The United States, China, France and other major powers have announced plans to develop their own hypersonic weapons and are expected to soon catch up.

With the second-largest arsenal of nuclear weapons in the world and a huge cache of ballistic missiles, Russia already has more than enough military capacity to deter its enemies.

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Russian President Vladimir Putin spoke of Russian navy's capability of a 'lethal strike' as he spoke during a parade of warships in port city of St Petersburg. His words have come just a day after military officials announced test of new advanced weapons.

Russian President Vladimir Putin spoke of Russian navy's capability of a 'lethal strike' as he spoke during a parade of warships in port city of St Petersburg. His words have come just a day after military officials announced test of new advanced weapons. Some of these weapons come from the arsenal Putin said was 'invincible' "The Russian navy today has everything it needs to guarantee the protection of our country and our national interests," he said. "We can detect underwater, surface or aerial enemies and target them if a lethal strike is necessary," Putin said according to a broadcast on state television. The Russian leader was speaking on the sidelines of an annual parade of military vessels, flanked by naval officers in white, and also Russia's defence minister Sergei Shoigu. Also Read | Cuba: Russia sends help to Communist nation after protests Putin said Russia had secured its place among the world's leading naval powers, including by developing "the latest hypersonic precision weapons still unrivalled in the world". The United States, China, France and other major powers have announced plans to develop their own hypersonic weapons and are expected to soon catch up. With the second-largest arsenal of nuclear weapons in the world and a huge cache of ballistic missiles, Russia already has more than enough military capacity to deter its enemies. (With inputs from agencies)

Putin talks of 'lethal strike' during Russian warship parade

Three Russian ships docked in Manila, the Philippines for a five-day port call on Monday aimed at improving navy-to-navy relations amid heightened tensions in the South China Sea.

Russian Warships arrive in Philippines as Manila distances itself from US

A Royal Navy frigate escorted a Russian warship on Christmas Day as it passed close to British territorial waters, the ministry of defence said Tuesday at a time of strained relations between London and Moscow.

The HMS St Albans monitored the Russian frigate Admiral Gorshkov in the North Sea, &quot;keeping track of its activity in areas of national interest,&quot; it said in a statement.

The St Albans, a Type 23 frigate, was deployed on Saturday to track the Russian vessel and would return to its Portsmouth base Tuesday.

&quot;I will not hesitate in defending our waters or tolerate any form of aggression,&quot; defence minister Gavin Williamson said in a statement after the incident.

&quot;Britain will never be intimidated when it comes to protecting our country, our people, and our national interests.&quot;

The defence ministry said there had been a recent &quot;upsurge in Russian units transiting UK waters&quot;.

It said the patrol ship HMS Tyne also escorted &quot;a Russian intelligence-gathering ship&quot; through the North Sea and the Channel on Sunday.

A navy helicopter was sent to monitor two other Russian vessels.

HMS St Albans was also involved in escorting a Russian aircraft carrier and missile cruiser through the Channel in January this year.

Relations between London and Moscow have been hostile for years, with allegations of Russian meddling in Britain&#39;s referendum on leaving the European Union and Moscow&#39;s intervention in Syria on the side of the Damascus regime further straining already tense ties.

British foreign minister Boris Johnson clashed with his Russian counterpart Sergei Lavrov in Moscow last week even as they sought to mend relations.

The defence ministry said there had been a recent upsurge in Russian units transiting UK waters

A Royal Navy frigate escorted a Russian warship on Christmas Day as it passed close to British territorial waters, the ministry of defence said Tuesday at a time of strained relations between London and Moscow. The HMS St Albans monitored the Russian frigate Admiral Gorshkov in the North Sea, "keeping track of its activity in areas of national interest," it said in a statement. The St Albans, a Type 23 frigate, was deployed on Saturday to track the Russian vessel and would return to its Portsmouth base Tuesday. "I will not hesitate in defending our waters or tolerate any form of aggression," defence minister Gavin Williamson said in a statement after the incident. "Britain will never be intimidated when it comes to protecting our country, our people, and our national interests." The defence ministry said there had been a recent "upsurge in Russian units transiting UK waters". It said the patrol ship HMS Tyne also escorted "a Russian intelligence-gathering ship" through the North Sea and the Channel on Sunday. A navy helicopter was sent to monitor two other Russian vessels. HMS St Albans was also involved in escorting a Russian aircraft carrier and missile cruiser through the Channel in January this year. Relations between London and Moscow have been hostile for years, with allegations of Russian meddling in Britain's referendum on leaving the European Union and Moscow's intervention in Syria on the side of the Damascus regime further straining already tense ties. British foreign minister Boris Johnson clashed with his Russian counterpart Sergei Lavrov in Moscow last week even as they sought to mend relations.

Russian warship passes near UK waters, British Navy escorts it out

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