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Yahoo
09-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
British warship tracks Russian submarine in Channel
A British warship has tracked a Russian submarine in the English Channel as part of a Nato effort to monitor Moscow's activity in European waters. The Portsmouth-based HMS Tyne was deployed as part of a wider Nato operation to shadow Kilo-class submarine Krasnodar as it made its surfaced journey back to Russia from the eastern Mediterranean. It comes just two weeks after HMS St Albans and HMS Mersey separately shadowed Russian vessels through the Channel. Credit: Royal Navy Last month HMS St Albans was activated to monitor RFN Admiral Golovoko as the frigate sailed east through the English Channel, while Portsmouth-based patrol ship HMS Mersey tracked RFN Soobrazitelny as the corvette sailed westward. It was the second such activation for HMS St Albans in April, after she had to monitor the Steregushchiy-class corvette Stoikiy in a three-day operation two weeks ago. The announcement comes as world leaders meet at the Joint Expeditionary Force (JEF) in Oslo on Friday. JEF leaders are expected to discuss further protections to the UK and Euro-Atlantic critical national infrastructure. The patrol vessel intercepted Krasnodar on entry to the Channel near the French coast, reporting on every move as it made its eastward journey before handing over duties to allies as the submarine left UK waters. Earlier in its journey, Krasnodar was tracked by a Royal Navy Wildcat helicopter of 815 Naval Air Squadron deployed with the UK Carrier Strike Group (CSG) in the Atlantic. Once responsibility for Krasnodar had been handed over, HMS Tyne was quickly back on new tasking to shadow Russian Steregushchiy-class corvette Boikiy as it headed westward from the Baltic Sea, through the busy Dover Strait. HMS Tyne and 815 Naval Air Squadron later monitored the corvette's return journey to the Baltic alongside three merchant ships. Luke Pollard, the Minister for the Armed Forces, said: 'The Royal Navy has once again demonstrated its readiness to secure UK waters and protect the public. 'Our sailors acted swiftly and decisively to a potential Russian threat, and I pay tribute to their dedication, courage and professionalism. 'National security is a foundation of the Government's Plan for Change and we are giving our Armed Forces what they need to keep us secure home and strong abroad.' HMS Tyne's Operations Officer, Lieutenant Bailey Denyer said: 'Activations like the one we've seen on this patrol to track Krasnodar are our bread and butter – defending UK sovereignty and that of our NATO allies is at the very heart of what the Royal Navy does.' Broaden your horizons with award-winning British journalism. Try The Telegraph free for 1 month with unlimited access to our award-winning website, exclusive app, money-saving offers and more.
Scottish Sun
26-04-2025
- General
- Scottish Sun
Royal Navy scrambles warship to see off Russian frigate lurking in English Channel
SEA STANDOFF Royal Navy scrambles warship to see off Russian frigate lurking in English Channel THE Royal Navy has leapt into action after a Russian warship was spotted slipping through the English Channel. The Russian frigate Admiral Golovko was spotted heading east through the English Channel — swiftly prompting the Navy to launch HMS St Albans to shadow the vessel and escort it out of UK waters. 2 HMS St Albans is a Type 23 Duke-class frigate of the Royal Navy Credit: Getty The Navy also launched a Merlin Helicopter to further investigate the RFN Admiral Golovoko. HMS St Albans Commanding Officer, Commander Matt Teare, said: 'HMS St Albans is at very high readiness to operate whenever, and wherever, the nation needs us in the protection of our home and the waters surrounding it. 'We have twice been activated in recent weeks to conduct this type of operation and I am extremely proud of the professionalism of my crew and their tireless dedication to keeping our nation safe. 'We were proud to work alongside HMS Mersey and I would like to thank RFA Tidesurge for her logistical support during the operation.' He added: 'HMS St Albans is currently operating as part of a NATO Task Group and the regularity of Russian activity around the United Kingdom reinforces the vital importance of continuous integration with our allies and partners.' Once the Russian warship had reached Mediterranean waters, NATO allies stepped in.
The Irish Sun
26-04-2025
- The Irish Sun
Royal Navy scrambles warship to see off Russian frigate lurking in English Channel
THE Royal Navy has leapt into action after a Russian warship was spotted slipping through the English Channel. The Russian frigate Admiral Golovko was spotted heading east through the English Channel — swiftly prompting the Navy to launch HMS St Albans to shadow the vessel and escort it out of UK waters. 2 HMS St Albans is a Type 23 Duke-class frigate of the Royal Navy Credit: Getty The Navy also launched a Merlin Helicopter to further investigate the RFN Admiral Golovoko. HMS St Albans Commanding Officer, Commander Matt Teare, said: 'HMS St Albans is at very high readiness to operate whenever, and wherever, the nation needs us in the protection of our home and the waters surrounding it. 'We have twice been activated in recent weeks to conduct this type of operation and I am extremely proud of the professionalism of my crew and their tireless dedication to keeping our nation safe. 'We were proud to work alongside HMS Mersey and I would like to thank RFA Tidesurge for her logistical support during the operation.' He added: 'HMS St Albans is currently operating as part of a NATO Task Group and the regularity of Russian activity around the United Kingdom reinforces the vital importance of continuous integration with our allies and partners.' Once the Russian warship had reached Mediterranean waters, NATO allies stepped in. 2 This is one of a series of recent Russian naval incursions into British waters Credit: Dan Charity
Daily Mail
26-04-2025
- Politics
- Daily Mail
Royal Navy scrambles warship to see off Russian frigate that had entered British waters
The Royal Navy has mobilised a warship to track and see off a Russian frigate sailing through the English Channel. The Russian vehicle, RFN Admiral Golovoko, was spotted sailing east through British waters. In response, the Plymouth-based ship, HMS St Albans, was activated to closely monitor the warship. The Royal Navy also launched a Merlin Helicopter to gather further information about Vladimir Putin 's vessel from the air. Once RFN Admiral Golovoko reached the Mediterranean, escorting duties were handed over to NATO allies. HMS St Albans Commanding Officer, Commander Matt Teare, said: 'HMS St Albans is at very high readiness to operate whenever, and wherever, the nation needs us in the protection of our home and the waters surrounding it. 'We have twice been activated in recent weeks to conduct this type of operation and I am extremely proud of the professionalism of my crew and their tireless dedication to keeping our nation safe. 'We were proud to work alongside HMS Mersey and I would like to thank RFA Tidesurge for her logistical support during the operation. About HMS St Albans The 23 frigate is the most recent addition to the Royal Navy's frigate fleet. It is one of the most versatile warships in the world. It has five Radar systems, six sonar systems and eight Weapon systems. It has a crew of 185 but can accommodate 205 people. It has anti-submarine operations, a Merlin MK2 helicopter and Fleet Ready Escort tasking. 'HMS St Albans is currently operating as part of a NATO Task Group and the regularity of Russian activity around the United Kingdom reinforces the vital importance of continuous integration with our allies and partners.' Two weeks ago, HMS St Albans was activated to monitor Steregushchiy-class corvette Stoikiy in a three-day operation. The slick operation today, follows the Prime Minister's visit to HMS Prince of Wales on Thursday, visiting sailors, aviators, soldiers, and Royal Marines onboard. The flagship departed on Tuesday from Portsmouth to lead the Carrier Strike Group as it deploys to the Indo-Pacific. The strike group will travel to the Mediterranean, Middle East, south-east Asia, Japan and Australia on an eight-month voyage, accompanied by escort ships from international allies. Sending the Royal Navy's largest and most powerful aircraft to the region is part of the government's Plan for Change to keep the UK secure at home. Before the ship departed, Sir Keir Starmer insisted that Britain is 'sending a message' to enemies. The Carrier Strike Group also includes destroyer HMS Dauntless and frigate HMS Richmond along with warships from Norway and Canada. The deployment comes as US President Donald Trump pushes for Nato allies to do more to provide their own defence. Meanwhile in the Channel today, Portsmouth-based patrol ship HMS Mersey tracked RFN Soobrazitelny as the corvette sailed westward. While Royal Fleet Auxiliary tanker RFA Tidesurge supported the operations. In a coordinated effort with the Joint Maritime Security Centre, Russian tanker Kola was also monitored heading in the same direction. The sighting of the warship follows Russia's deadly drone strike in Ukraine on the same day as Pope Francis' funeral. Strikes in the war-torn nation were underway today in at least six regions even as the US president reportedly met Volodymyr Zelensky in Rome before the pontiff was laid to rest. Putin was not on the guest-list to attend Francis' funeral as there is currently an International Criminal Court warrant out for his arrest.
Daily Mirror
26-04-2025
- Politics
- Daily Mirror
Royal Navy scrambles warship as Russian ship spotted in English Channel
The Royal Navy has scrambled a warship to escort a Russian frigate out of UK waters. The RFN Admiral Golovoko was spotted sailing east through the English Channel, prompting the Navy to launch HMS St Albans to monitor the Russian ship. The Navy's Type 23 frigate, which is usually moored in Plymouth, closely tailed Vladimir Putin's vessel and launched a Merlin helicopter to gather information from the air. The escort duties were eventually handed over to NATO allies after the Golovoko was safely out of UK waters. Meanwhile, a Russian corvette, the RFN Soobrazitelny, was tracked by Portsmouth-based patroller, the HMS Mersey, as it sailed westward. The Royal Fleet Auxiliary tanker RFA Tidesurge supported the Mersey. A Russian tanker, the Kola, was also monitored while heading westward. For HMS St Albans, it was the second such activation this month, having monitored Steregushchiy-class corvette Stoikiy in a three-day operation two weeks ago. HMS St Albans Commanding Officer, Commander Matt Teare, said: 'HMS St Albans is at very high readiness to operate whenever, and wherever, the nation needs us in the protection of our home and the waters surrounding it. 'We have twice been activated in recent weeks to conduct this type of operation and I am extremely proud of the professionalism of my crew and their tireless dedication to keeping our nation safe. 'We were proud to work alongside HMS Mersey and I would like to thank RFA Tidesurge for her logistical support during the operation.' 'HMS St Albans is currently operating as part of a NATO Task Group and the regularity of Russian activity around the United Kingdom reinforces the vital importance of continuous integration with our allies and partners.' This operation follows the Prime Minister's visit to HMS Prince of Wales on Thursday, visiting sailors, aviators, soldiers, and Royal Marines onboard. Having departed from Portsmouth on Tuesday, the flagship leads the Carrier Strike Group as it deploys to the Indo-Pacific. By sending the Royal Navy's largest and most powerful aircraft carrier to the region, the government is keeping the UK is secure at home and strong abroad, one of the foundations of its Plan for Change.
