10 russian warships off uk coast

Western military analysts have suggested Russia cannot keep such troops deployed where they are indefinitely for financial and logistical reasons and would need to pull them back by summer. And in the Western Military District, a missile regiment armed with S-400 Triumf mobile, surface-to-air missile system conducted electronic launches at a range in Leningrad region. Billboard in Dnipro, Ukraine with the statement written in Russian. do you have the recipie for this distillery? To what end? Ammunition depots. More info. Thomas C. D'Arcy, encountered a formation of seven Chinese and Russian warships in the Bering Sea last month. Inspite of their age, the Russian Ropucha class have been fitted with AK-630 CIWS, easily as good as Phalanx. Its what happens after Russia invades that know one is sure about. Its perhaps worth considering that just supposing a few Russian armoured/infantry detachments had been deployed in and around Baghdad at important government and military sites as peacekeepers/observers or an actual hostile force, then would the 2003 invasion of Iraq have taken place? Irish defence forces have been monitoring the activity of Russian warships that on Tuesday made a U-turn off the country's coast. Complex rules of engagement, and a pretty good chance you wont hit the intended target. Even so, Ukraine's Defense Ministry said it was accelerating its plan to form reserve battalions, a move that would help it rapidly deploy 130,000 recruits to bolster its 246,000-strong armed forces. Sheer incompetence being the only major navy in the world to not have AsUW capability beyond a 4.5 pea shooter. Military analysts said even if it overwhelmed Ukraine's army, which is half the size of its own, Russia could face guerrilla-type resistance, making it hard to hold on to captured territory. I was just using it as an example of how the presence of a capable foreign military in a potential war theatre could complicate strategies. Type 23 frigate HMS Northumberland, based at Devonport, watched the movements of Udaloy-class destroyer the Vice-Admiral Kulakov as it sailed north-west of the Outer Hebrides. the disaster of the BEF and lack of anti tank capability that was promised in the event of conflict, sadly never materialised. Nine Royal Navy ships have completed a "concentrated operation" to shadow seven Russian warships, the British Royal Navy said Thursday, citing "unusually high levels of activity" in the English . Putins Russia isnt anywhere nearly as big and powerful as the old Soviet military and couldnt go toe to toe with the US. Using missiles at that close a range in very crowded waters would be crazy. They now believe they have achieved their goal and no longer have to bowRead more , Err no. With the US on side, it could even be a NATO contingent. Really poor analysis of a foreign state. Douglas you are as delusional as can be in your explanation (Bidens fault) for why this is happening. But the latest intelligence now has Ministry of Defence chiefs worried about a much larger incursion, raising fears of warfare engulfing cities and high civilian death tolls. I meant a small number combat troops postured to help the Ukranians defend themselves. But T31 isnt designed or intended to be a high end anti submarine Frigate, more a general purpose Frigate for more day to day operations ,anti piracy ect but capable enough to operate as part of a task group. 'Should Russia invade, we will provide additional defensive equipment to Ukrainians.'. NSM has a IIR seeker so it can discriminate but the target still needs to be there when it arrives to be discriminated against! Agree, that is the most likely route. Again, your assessment that putting 2,000 US troops into Ukraine before the status quo has changed, would not have detered 100,000+ troops amassing on the border or the worldwideRead more . Biden is shaping up to be just as bad and hopefully another 1-term wonder. You can read more here. A source familiar with the Russian Defence Ministry's thinking said this was the most likely scenario if Moscow decided to attack, but that he was unaware of any such decision. 210 comments about a decades old routine RN escort operation. Still better than a 4.5 gun. I see a German Navy Chief had to resign tonight, for making pro Russian comments. By Two weeks ago nearly a dozen warships and combat aircraft from Russias Northern, Baltic and Black Sea fleets gave a show of force in the waters off the British and Irish coasts General Sir Nick Carter has said. It is certainly andy reeves again! No-one will be able to fight back in an all in war today. The stark warning comes after two rounds of last ditch talks between the West and Russia failed to de-escalate the conflict which has threatened to bubble over since late last year. It is very obvious where they are going, staring you right into your eyes!! Pentagon spokesman John Kirby said the intelligence was 'very credible.'. Yes theyve probably done more to modernise than laggards such as Argentine or Germany, but in conventional terms the European members of NATO alone could militarily contain Russia without Americas help. "If you don't change the course, I'll fire," a heavily accented Russian voice said in English to the British ship. Historical connections with Lvov/Lviv arguably Polish for some. However, it does look like everybody is going to fight back. The rest of Ukraine is a sovereign state and fully independent of anyone. In a hastily arranged trip, Secretary of State Antony Blinken was set to arrive in Kiev last night to meet Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Pity we didnt keep developing the 6 system fitted to Tiger and Blake? Exercise still underway, they go to the Med when its finished. He said Moscow could try to seize Ukrainian coastal areas on the Sea of Azov, creating a land bridge from the Russian city of Rostov through Donbass to Crimea, adding: 'That would put the Ukrainian government under a lot of pressure.'. He said the countries were 'united in their resolve' against Russian aggression. In an announcement on Monday, the agency said the surprise. 'Our strength depends on preserving our unity and that includes unity within Ukraine. The ships, which can each carry up to 25 armoured personnel carriers, were deployed three days ago but it remains unclear if they are heading for Ukraine. It said Russia had deployed 36 Iskander launchers, weapons capable of hitting targets up to 700km away, near Ukraine and said the medium-range missiles that could be used to 'destroy vital objects'. The two Russian vessels in the video released Wednesday are the first the military has announced operating off Hawaii since the new year. (NATO will do nothing without US Support) Alternatively, NATO could station aircraft in Ukraine bordering countries and work with the Ukrainian AF to secure Ukraine airspace again daring Putin to attack NATO Aircraft. A publicly available U.S. intelligence document said Russia could stage an invasion this month with up to 100 battalion tactical groups (BTGs) or some 175,000 troops. I have lost count how many times I have read about explosions in Iran over the past two years or so. However, the MoD has failed to reveal which, if any, of the existing equipment programmes will be cut to reduce the funding gap. But the figures arent as large as claimed andRead more . Likewise the presence of Nato tripwire forces might just persuade Russian planners to step back. We have Astute, which is the finest anti ship weapon in the world, along with NATO and allied nuclear boats, its enough toRead more . , As you can see from the pic at the top the Russian ship is within visual range. Plus, RN experience has taught us we use helicopters in the littoral with Stingray, Martlet and Sea Venom, and hunter killer boats for larger warships. More of your disinfo to correct here the US spends as much as the next 11 biggest spenders combined on defense nowadays not the rest of the world. Britain seems to be the only Western power doing anything regarding the imminent Russian invasion of Ukraine. But Russia? If they cant see it the RU navy will likely assess its not there. Several missiles now fit the bill, but you still need to get round the issue of targeting information before you send it/them on their way. Helicopters for the littoral, Nuclear boats for larger vessels. The situation is quiet at the moment but when Idlib lights up the Russians will be there in force. "The crew conducted an exercise to repel the means of an air attack of a simulated enemy in the Norwegian Sea.". NSM like Harpoon has a range that means it flies way over the horizon. I didnt think anyone could be worse than Trump. What is aerial refuelling and how does it work? The other question which has been posed before-if the Ukraine had not given up its nukes, would Russia risk starting a fight with them? Just been channel hooping with various News outlets and what I can gather is that the Ukrainian public are just getting on normal Living , it would seem that the 24hr News channels are too blame for the So called tensions just like a certain plot for a James Bond movie with Johnathan Pryce as the TV mogul who wants too start a War for Ratings. Its more difficult now given the numbers they have positioned. The phrase, and derivatives of the phrase . Xi has exactly the same problems internally in China and may be actually undetaking a modern genocide of the Uighur for which the Taiwan crisis is his distraction. As far as Im aware there isnt any part of the channel that is not either British or French waters. You are just scapegoating Douglas. Are Putins dirty secrets going to be revealed? Bit long in the tooth-just like David, CR!(says he who is about to turn 73). Lauren Lewis For Mailonline, Russia sends troops and military vehicles to Belarus in move likely to increase fears of Ukraine invasion ahead of Putin's 'war games' with ally Lukashenko, German Chancellor appeases Putin and obstructs Western efforts to defend Ukraine as he refuses to send weapons to Kiev's forces and takes soft stance towards Russia, White House believes Russian invasion of Ukraine could be imminent: Jen Psaki warns there is an 'extremely dangerous situation' at the border ahead of Blinken's trip to meet President Volodymyr Zelensky, Pavement where disabled woman gestured at cyclist before fatal crash, 'Vindication': Georgia Harrison on ex Stephen Bear's sentencing, Incredible footage of Ukrainian soldiers fighting Russians in Bakhmut, Pro-Ukrainian drone lands on Russian spy planes exposing location, 'Buster is next!' Hope the Turks can hold them up over their passage through the straights and send Putins timetable skew-whiff. The British destroyer visited the Ukrainian port of Odessa this week, where an agreement was signed for Britain to help upgrade Ukraine's navy. Russia isnt confident, Putin is looking for foreign enemies to placate the growing criticism at home. The Ropucha-class landing ship can transport 10 main battle tanks and 340 troops or 12 BTRs and 340 troops or 3 main battle tanks, 3 2S9 Nona-S, 5 MT-LBs, 4 army trucks and 313 troops or 500 tons of cargo. Warships belonging to the Russian Northern Fleet have sailed through the English Channel in a routine and lawful passage through British waters. If Biden was was standing up to Putin hed use some of that military grunt they have. Romania, in particular, has sounded the alarm over Russian activities in the waterway, and has gone on a $10 billion spending spree since 2014, buying U.S. F-16s, rocket artillery and advanced. A longer-range version would also be welcome, Ive discussed the advantages short to medium term of NSM/JSM as well as Block V Tomahawk, particularly now that both Russia and China have joint interests in the North Atlantic. Whilst we (NATO) wont be firing shots, theres a massive amount that can be done with regards to intelligence and weapon supply that, arguably should have been done a month ago. The comments below have not been moderated, By whats next a russian build up around the baltic straits?or the chinese off tiawan? Not sure how I forgot to put Estonia in my answer. To all and intents you could be correct, but heres the rub he is a dictator in all but name. View our online Press Pack. Yeah easily mistaken for Japanese torpedo boats a few thousand miles off course. It builds up its arsenal in one location to make the world think thats the location they are going to attack. The. Under USSR the orders would come from Moscow but the big red button was at the command post for each group of silos in Ukraine. Didnt Bidens Son in law have an interest in the Ukraine (monetary) ? Ill think you well find Im disagreeing with a nut job who thinks Salisbury was a UK government conspiracy lol. Iran has already stepped up activities in the gulf region, recently attacked the UAE with drones from Yemen causing a few civilian casualties. Im afraid Martlet wouldnt scratch the paint on a Kirov, whilst the Wildcat wouldnt get within range to launch kinetics before being eliminated by the Grumble. How does that relate to this story? When you consider bang for buck (price index), how long until Chinas defense budget alone will be equal? Since then its been regular movements in/out as the Russian military cycled as many as possible through Syria for the experience. If NSM is good enough for USN & Germany its good enough for RN. But the Ukrainian ambassador to the UK, Vadym Prystaiko, called on extra help from Western powers. The White House corrected the off the cuff remark from the long press conference. By teatime at least during the cold War the surface arm of the RN was given 7 days before lights out 6 days more than the RAF , only the Army faired better indefinitely if resupplied ? [1/6]British Royal Navy's Type 45 destroyer HMS Defender is docked in the Black Sea port of Odessa, Ukraine June 18, 2021. So will Taiwan. While the oil tanker Kama turned on its AIS tracker, the frigate Admiral Gorchkov kept it off to stay under the radar. On Monday, two C-17 transporters left the UK with 2,000 armour-piercing missile systems and soldiers to teach Ukraine's forces how to use them. 679215 Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9GF. Giles said some scenarios could involve long-range missile attacks or cyber-attacks targeting critical infrastructure. 14:30 GMT 20 Jan 2022. The White Housewarned yesterday the situation was 'extremely dangerous' and that Moscow could launch an attack 'at any point'. Social Media and Comment Moderation Policy, New British nuclear missile submarine reaches milestone, Despite funding concerns Type 32 Frigate still planned, European deployment successfully completed by Royal Navy, UK and US nuclear missile submarines send message to Russia, UK signs for Aster 30 Block 1 anti-ballistic missile weapons, Royal Navy seeking loitering munitions for ships, https://www.defenseone.com/threats/2022/01/us-sends-more-military-equipment-ukraine/361042/ , NATO battlegroup in Bulgaria reaches full capability, BBC announces new aircraft carrier documentary. U.S. officials have said Russia might attack Ukraine as early as this month when the ground will be harder, making it easier for tanks and other armour to move swiftly. With pressure to take a more hawkish stance, he met Nato Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg in Berlin to discuss the next steps. Thanks Mark it just seems that the way that some outlets are reporting this ongoing story ,could in fact do more damage than good .As with some people on these threads ,that are goading eachother into what better weapons would do the most damage ,when the most destructive weapon is their Mouse/keyboard I know its just keyboard banter but my God theres some who really do want it too kick off. Thats what I was thinking, but invading Ukraine probably isnt allowed under international law. But more significantly, the conclusion was the Belgrano would have been pummelled by the sheer weight of accurate fire that both Blake and Tiger could put down. That would make a great movie but better to follow the money trail back to Russia and other foreign powers. This is howRead more , Thats reassuring.Thanks. Browse an unrivalled portfolio of real-time and historical market data and insights from worldwide sources and experts. Maybe, but are you disputing the accuracy of my first sentence? We should grant him that and make it a reality. Cheers dave , I think our boss were trying too make us look on the bright side I doubt if the Careers office would have stated that when we signed up, And yet, of all the capability gaps, this one worries the RN the least. Russian forces could expand the fighting in Donbass to draw Ukraine into a conventional conflict, said Neil Melvin, director of International Security Studies at the RUSI think-tank in London. ', After their meeting, State Department spokesman Ned Price warned the West was ready to impose 'crippling costs on Russias economy' if Putin chooses the path of 'further aggression.'. The Royal Navy has kept close watch as four Russian ships sheltered from rough weather in the seas off the east coast of Scotland. But the virus restrictions have meant few have been trained and tested to replace them. Like wise the Danse could blockade the Baltic as well. WW1 & WW2 were not just ended by fighting but the economic ability of Germany to out produce the allies. The only delusional people are the idiots who think Biden is doing a good job; hes lost Afghanistan, Ukraine next, and probably Taiwan in 2023 when this emboldensRead more . Wow so they first entered service about the same time as the Type 21s ! The Turks the bosphorous cutting off vital Shipping routes to Russia. Patrol ship HMS Severn was on duty in the English Channel and Dover Strait, where it shadowed a surfaced Kilo-class submarine, the Stary Oskol, the corvette Boikiy, patrol ship Vasiliy Bykov and support ships. As to the vaccine mandate, you are aware of the cross US/Canada border restrictions that came into force today that affect 50% or so drivers and the log jams in US west coast ports? 'Russia invaded territory in the Crimea, ginned up a conflict in eastern Ukraine, and has systematically sought to undermine and divide Ukraines democracy,' Blinken said. It requires us to hold their backyard at risk, whether thats in the Barents Sea, the High North, the Baltic or the Black Sea.. Can you see hot winded Macron or blustering Boris doing that? The Russian ships' 'highly irregular' movements sparked Swedish authorities to deploy hundreds of troops and armoured vehicles to the island of Gotland. This is a US created crisis for US domestic reasons. I have faith in the crews and TTPs, I have limited faith when the top brass dispense with offensive capabilities that the USN and every other major navy endorses.

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