Germany was starved to death in WW1 by the blockade of the North sea and WW2 bomber command destroyed its industrial might. 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. Russia's Baltic Fleet vessels theKorolev, Minsk and Kaliningrad were today sailing south past the UK followed by Northern Fleet warshipsOlenegorsky Gornyak, Pyotr Morgunov, and Georgii Pobedonosets which passed the Great Belt Bridge in Denmark on Monday. Giving his annual speech to the Royal United Services Institute, the Defence chief said: They are flexing their muscles in our own back yard with an ostentation they have not displayed since the Cold War. The waters wont be crowded, NOTAMs would clear potential conflict areas fast. loads of shps. These vessels are more than likely head to Syria to onload stores. LONDON, June 24 (Reuters) - Russia warned Britain on Thursday that it would bomb British naval vessels in the Black Sea if there were any further provocative actions by the British navy off the. Russia is allied with Iran, need I say more. Turkeys first dedicated intelligence-gathering ship, TCGUfuk(A-591), was officially commissioned into service at Istanbul Shipyard in Tuzla, Istanbul, on 14 January, smail Demir, head of Turkeys Presidency of Defence Industries (SSB), has announced. All depends on how you define corruption but generally speaking most countries are corrupt at some or all levels us included. Russia has accused Kyiv of harbouring plans to retake the region by force, something Ukraine denies. I think so.
Russian warship with 'unstoppable' 7,000mph hypersonic missiles 'sails It comes after UK dfence chiefs said yesterday they fear Putin will opt for the 'nightmare scenario' of a full invasion of Ukraine as tensions rise towards tipping point. No, but it would be interesting to know what Circumstances would trigger that. If it doesnt conform to the official line it gets spiked. 'The operatives are trained in urban warfare and using explosives to carry out acts of sabotage against Russia's own proxy forces. The conflict in Donbass has killed 15,000 people, Kyiv says. russian dockyards will need to build more tugs. Thanks for correction but my point was that in the UK he is of DEFENCE not DEFENSE-just trying to hold the line for Oxford English. Exact date yellow weather warning for snow and ice forecast to hit UK - will you be affected? This is a normal response to transiting warships from other nations., Russian amphibious assault flotilla to transit English Channel. So can be used if the IIR seeker doesnt see the target. 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. The seven Russian ships - two frigates, three corvettes and two landing ships - were initially tracked by HMS Tyne, an offshore patrol craft. See today's front and back pages, download the newspaper, order back issues and use the historic Daily Express newspaper archive. ', 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 4.5 has the range, accuracy and stopping power to deal with that kind of threat. During the Cold War it became traditional to test the resolve of an incoming new American president with a manufactured crisis. At the end of the day it isnt going to be Britain v Russia, It will would be a NATO coalition. LONDON, June 24 (Reuters) - Russia warned Britain on Thursday that it would bomb British naval vessels in the Black Sea if there were any further provocative actions by the British navy off the coast of Russia-annexed Crimea. In a hastily arranged trip, Secretary of State Antony Blinken was set to arrive in Kiev last night to meet Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. 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. This stuff was going on long before sites like this were around to report it in the public domain. Test capabilities. They may be old but the Russians have used some of them very hard on the Russia/Syria Syrian Express run. Its possible if Putin gets really aggressive it could unite the US to someRead more . Clearly they have something on him-most probably a secret video of Trump in bed with some Russian beauty! I am very much older than 25 and I find her far more grown up than most actual grown ups. 2014-2021 UK Defence Journal, all rights reserved. Akin to RAF doing away with Meteor, ASRAAM and sticking to Mauser. I think Putin is going to have to attack or look weak. Idiocy. You act like the US has nothing to prepare for or be cautious with and we can throw our weight around like Panama in 1989. They would be very worried about Wildcat with Sea Venom & Martlet, and Merlin Mk2 with Stingray capability. However, it does look like everybody is going to fight back. The finger of suspicion immediately fell on Russia, although Ukrainian officials said critical infrastructure had not been targeted. The only ones being childish are the politicians, the oil industry and those that choose to ignore reality. The Russian ships' 'highly irregular' movements sparked Swedish authorities to deploy hundreds of troops and armoured vehicles to the island of Gotland. https://www.defensenews.com/naval/2021/03/17/us-navy-set-to-take-delivery-of-the-latest-version-of-its-tomahawk-missile/. The jams at US West Coast ports have been due to the global supply chain being out of whack. He sees weakness and disharmony and a split America with half the voters seeing thier Country as an island totally ignorant of what losing Europe would mean to the US position in the World. Should they choose to do so.
The 210-sailor warship left the port of Murmansk in northwestern Russia on January 6 for the Lofoten Islands in the Norwegian Sea. Spot on post! We do need more ships and we will increase the number of frigates in the years to come. looking at the satellite images of the Rusian camps near the boarder. 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 ? I cant believe Putin seriously wants to invade Ukraine he would lose far more than he gained. I really dont disagree with you. Australia just signed an agreement with UK Defense minister to dedicate Wharf and logistics to readily accommodate Royal Navy ships basing them selves there . Push buttons. I would love it if we did do that. Russian deputy Defence Minister Alexander Fomin confirmed that the mission includes the relocation of two S-400 mobile surface to air missile battalions, a Pantsir-S battalion and 12 Su-35 fighters for the 'surprise' inspection and drills. If this invasion happens it could well lead to the Chinese taking the opportunity to seize Taiwan, Iran will cause trouble in the Straits of Homuz and missile man could well take the opportunity to invade the South. Syria is not a big news story for Putin. Er, as infantry, I had all of 9 seconds according to the briefing table on the Majors desk reading down the list and RMP were given 36 hours; and the rest is history. Pity we didnt keep developing the 6 system fitted to Tiger and Blake? The most comprehensive solution to manage all your complex and ever-expanding tax and compliance needs. Iranians being bombed at will??? Didnt work out too well last time. the disaster of the BEF and lack of anti tank capability that was promised in the event of conflict, sadly never materialised. Iran has already stepped up activities in the gulf region, recently attacked the UAE with drones from Yemen causing a few civilian casualties. Try it too often, find work elsewhere. I wonder if we could see a real boost in our defence budget? Hi Robert. Well on your point about coming to Ukraines aid in any meaningful way, I would disagree to an extent. 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? 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. NOT, should have out an archer. In a meaningful way I mean putting forces on the ground and in the air. The diplomat hit out at Germany for failing to match Britain's offer of military aid, with Berlin preferring to focus on the threat of sanctions. The ships have included a surfaced submarine, a destroyer, a corvette and a patrol ship along. The Kremlin also deployed servicemen to Belarus this week, ostensibly for major military operations with the country, sparking fears in neighbouring Lithuania. Their problem then, as now, in terms of getting into the EU, was/is corruption. Its not a valid comparison in 2003 the Russian was in a post Yeltsin mess and in no way capable of acting as a deterrent to US forces. And its theseRead more . The Kremlin quickly denied it was preparing a provocation. F35 will be able to carry 8 of these missiles internally. Normally theres maybe half a dozen ships of the coast of California waiting to be unloaded, last I heard it was over 70. Russia has repeatedly denied that it is planning an invasion and instead demanded that NATO bar Ukraine from membership. It was not immediately clear what equipment would be arriving today. They can receive Comms 24/7 without having to come to PD, they do not surface to receive Comms, so no difference between a ship receiving an update or a SM. (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. The fighting units the Russians have deployed are professional soldiers not conscrips. 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. 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? 25% might just be enough, with the right weapons onboard! Historical animosity towards the Russians. why? What is aerial refuelling and how does it work? Russian troops could also move into Belarus, opening a northern front for Ukraine that would put Russian forces closer to Kyiv, Giles said. They attack a completely different country miles from that one? Historical connections with Lvov/Lviv arguably Polish for some.
Russian warships seen acting unusually off Irish coast UK and French jets team up against simulated aerial threat, Britain, Italy and Japan merge combat aircraft projects. Will Stewart
Russian warships have been pictured off the coast of Britain, en route to a suspected bolstering of the bombing campaign on the besieged Syrian city Aleppo.. Royal Navy vessels were closely . The. Blocking the straits is a far cry than just a few drone attacks. 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. good job that idiot trump doesnt have access to the red button or the west would be rubble. return to the tri nations agreement of 1899!! The comments below have not been moderated, By
"The crew conducted an exercise to repel the means of an air attack of a simulated enemy in the Norwegian Sea.". He told officials the UK stood shoulder-to-shoulder with the Baltic state a Nato ally. Lithuanian Defence Minister Arvydas Anusauskas said today: 'In the current situation, we view the arrival of Russian armed forces in Belarus not only as a destabilising factor in the security situation but also as the one posing an even bigger direct threat to Lithuania.'. Lots of disinformation out there I dont understand how Trump takes no blame on either side of the Atlantic for signing the peace deal with the Taliban of all groups but Biden blamed on this board with no push back. Ukraine is not a NATO country, therefore Article 5 will not be called and NATO will not fight. There are thoughts elsewhere that these ships may, initially, be heading to Syria in order to collect troops and equipment for redeployment. Regardless of whatever you think about climate change, Greta whinberg ensures anyone over 25 gets irritated by her patronising childish ways. I thought you might of recovered somewhat, after that meltdown you had a couple of years ago? Morning Spy. Ties between London and Moscow have been on ice since the 2018 poisoning with a Soviet-developed nerve agent known as Novichok of ex-double agent Sergei Skripal, a mole who betrayed hundreds of Russian agents to Britain's MI6 foreign spy service. 'Also, if he just occupies the eastern regions he will never be able to take back the whole of Ukraine because of the inevitable strengthening of Ukrainian forces in the remainder of the country in the aftermath. '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. lol. Agree entirely with what you say but I feel Trump was the one who emboldened Putin in the first place with his wimpish behaviour and with Biden following and little if any better, then no wonder Putin is considering pushing his luck. My point still stands EFP is a deterrent/trip wire force to prevent Russia thinking she has an option to interfere in those countries. It was purely a theoretical consideration . Using missiles at that close a range in very crowded waters would be crazy. His advanced years are often publicly evident in his performance. Mr Scholz told reporters it was 'clear that there will be a high price to pay and that everything will have to be discussed should there be a military intervention in Ukraine'. Except, Trump isnt the President, its the weak Biden who sits in the oval office and has for a wee while now. Estonia is sending Javelin anti-armor missiles while Latvia and Lithuania are sending Stinger anti-aircraft missiles and related equipment, according to a Friday statement by the countries defense ministers. Since then its been regular movements in/out as the Russian military cycled as many as possible through Syria for the experience. 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. . Putin praised the ship's strength as it sailed off on its journey, saying: "The frigate Admiral Gorshkov is embarking on a long sea voyage. Could be a rerun of the 1904 Russian fleet of to the far East didnt go too well for them then but they did attack Traelers of dogger bank.
Russia is 'flexing muscles in Britain's back yard' after ten warships The assessment, seen by CNN, described the situation as 'difficult' and warned Russian President Vladimir Putin was 'trying to split and weaken the European Union and NATO' while also 'limiting the capabilities of the United States to ensure security on the European continent'. Moscow has announced the 'successful' completion of tests on its Kinzhal - or Dagger - hypersonic missiles, which can carry nuclear or conventional weapons with a range of 1,250 miles, in the Arctic, though the weapons had been deployed with Russian forces ahead of the trials. With pressure to take a more hawkish stance, he met Nato Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg in Berlin to discuss the next steps. 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. [1/6]British Royal Navy's Type 45 destroyer HMS Defender is docked in the Black Sea port of Odessa, Ukraine June 18, 2021. Much as he did in Syria . You can read more here. It looks like a scene from 1984. He really wants to install a pro-Russian government in Kiev and to have independence for theRead more . Resources, they have plenty of their own. Iv said all along all the US has to do is move over a few B52s B1s and B2 to UK on a routine training mission. 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. Thanks to covid and the forthcoming energy crisis the cupboard is bare. TheRead more . Putin cannot afford a hot war even less than we can. You are just gaslighting everyone Douglas and sowing division because you cant admit you are wrong: https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2022/01/19/statement-from-press-secretary-jen-psaki-on-russian-aggression-towards-ukraine/, Thanks Douglas. If you remember in WW2 GERMANY wanted to invade us, and we used means of blow up tanks etc to deter them. It builds up its arsenal in one location to make the world think thats the location they are going to attack. In this second scenario NATO troops/aircraft dont even need to be in Ukraine thereby making it difficult for Putin to complain. "It is a hypersonic sea-based system - [and the vessel has other] latest-generation weapons. If you were spending months in a bunker in a trench system in that climate I think it may well matter. 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.