Their problem then, as now, in terms of getting into the EU, was/is corruption. At talks this week with the United States and NATO, Russia has sought security guarantees to defuse the crisis. Is not the opposite more true? The receiver is a version of the one fitted to the LRASM. Similarly, the economic sanctions threatened by the US and the UK apply regardless of the scale of such action. LOL Ivan you really are poster boy for Putin . NOT, should have out an archer. Western countries deem the Crimea to be part of Ukraine and reject Russia's claim to the seas around it. Britain was unexpectedly embroiled in a diplomatic and military dispute with Russia on Wednesday after Royal Navy destroyer HMS Defender briefly sailed through territorial waters off the coast. Access unmatched financial data, news and content in a highly-customised workflow experience on desktop, web and mobile. Ill accept naval power but always is a bit sweeping. KALIBR provides even modest platforms, such as corvettes, with significant offensive capability and, with the use of the land attack missile, all platforms have a significant ability to hold distant fixed ground targets at risk using conventional warheads. The big question is-could this conflict once started, and if NATO do get involved, be limited to a conventional battle? So we should of ordered NSM after all, as interim? Do you have a link on that drawdown, havent seen that comment before? Wow so they first entered service about the same time as the Type 21s ! Russia is flexing its muscles in Britains back yard after ten warships arrived off the UK coast, the Chief of the Defence Staff has warned. 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. 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. George is on Twitter at @geoallison, Comments may automatically be held for moderation by our team, they will be approved as soon as possible in accordance with our. 'I strongly, strongly hope that we can keep this on a diplomatic and peaceful path, but ultimately, that's going to be President Putin's decision.'. This alone would send a message and along with the news that an Ohio class arsenal boat is currently sunning of Cyprus when normally the whereabouts is secret says alot. Apart from Qaswem Soleimmani. THE Royal Navy has shadowed nine Russian warships stalking Britain's coast in the past two weeks. Whilst the Canada and now Mexico border problems are now very real indeed. Russia isnt confident, Putin is looking for foreign enemies to placate the growing criticism at home. EFP is tripwire forces (and not many of them ie only 3 Battlegroups in total) to prevent Russian incursions into Poland, Lithuania, Latvia or rather to reassue the peoples of those countries they are not going to affect the Russo-Ukraine situaution. 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. 'The current deployments are versatile. A Slava Class cruiser isnt going to be worried by any Wildcat, whilst ROEs mean that by the time Astutes have surfaced to receive comms the shooting has started and finished. If the US had done this early enough the Russians would have back off. Putin has been blowing smoke about NATO having significant forces in countries bordering Russia, but really they are minimal. Its the bowl of gruel and the slice of old bread that really makes it all worthwhile. Im not entirely sure how/where you have Ur info ref Astutes having v limited Comms when dived from? Australia just signed an agreement with UK Defense minister to dedicate Wharf and logistics to readily accommodate Royal Navy ships basing them selves there . A senior State Department official said: 'This is neither an exercise nor normal troop movement. Britain disputed the Russian version of events, with Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab calling it "predictably inaccurate". You are just scapegoating Douglas. George Allison Just to keep us on our toes. The US Coast Guard in Alaska came across Russian and Chinese vessels on an ordinary patrol earlier this month, the agency has said. . The Turks the bosphorous cutting off vital Shipping routes to Russia. Idiocy. Comms on a dived Astute very limited. Im for one are hoping cool heads prevail. Push buttons. 'This is extremely dangerous. The Ivan Gren-class can transport 40 BTRs or IFVs and 300 troops. A fleet of Russian warships and fighter jets, including the flagship aircraft carrier the Admiral Kuznetsov, has reached the North Sea and is headed for the English Channel, the UK's Ministry of . 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. I am generally centrist and an issues rather than party man and had high hopes for Biden. Tabloid sensationalism Im afraid Tommo. and Some operating virtually continuously for a couple of years or more on a return trip every month. But do we have the money or willingness in the population to spend what money we have on defence rather than health or social services for example? The Russians will only invade if they think they can get away with it and thicko Biden has given them the green light by saying he wont defend Ukraine. If you mean why T26 isnt fitted with ASROC, then that has been explained at length by many other commentators, and with very good reason. Except, Trump isnt the President, its the weak Biden who sits in the oval office and has for a wee while now. So can be used if the IIR seeker doesnt see the target. Actually having checked further the major problem the USA/Canada are having are the same that most countries are. This idiot wants Biden to start the war. However, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz said he may consider halting the pipeline if Moscow attacks. They are believed to be somewhere around Yemen at the moment. Any toys the RN requires would magical appear on the Quay side, and the funds suddenly available. Europe must now start taking this threat seriously, re-arm and be prepared to fight. Video shared by the US Coast Guard of a Russian ship near the Hawaiian Islands. The explosion inside an oxygen factory in the town of Bandar-e Mahshahr, south of Tehran. [However] when youre up against a determined opponent on the battlefield you have to go close and personal with your enemy. I doubt it. I know Sean but she would certainly Grind Vlad Putin down, Thats true enough, she grinds me down and I accept the science behind climate change!! Akin to RAF doing away with Meteor, ASRAAM and sticking to Mauser. 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? Stand by to be surprised. if 25% could actually get out of harbour before breaking down! slow not stealthy the bocks the UK has have quite limited onboard electronics. As for unvaccinated drivers not being allowed to cross, well who wouldnt want to keep the chronically stupid out of their country? Not sitting, looks like hes on his way to Moscow to have a quiet chat with Sergei Shoigu. The Armys flip ups on procurement have disengaged us from effective land ops in NATO context. The Iranians are being bombed at will. 'Our strength depends on preserving our unity and that includes unity within Ukraine. The Americans have just sent their first shipment of Aid to the Ukraine what was sent was classed as LETHAL Aid. . 'It is the choice of President Putin and the Russians to make, whether they are going to suffer severe economic consequences or not.'. Commander Philip Harper, Severn's commanding officer, said: "In very challenging conditions with rough weather, Severn and several other British and allied ships have spent 20 days ensuring that Russian transiting warships remain under our watchful eyes.". I suspect if we dont show strength and unity now the fighting will inevitably come to us. Also known as SPEAR capability 5. Its all well and good having such weapons, but they arent much good without good accurate targeting information. The only time there is a difference, is when a SM is deep, sprinting to a new position. 25% might just be enough, with the right weapons onboard! They hit targets of a 'simulated enemy' in 'large-scale' exercises involving 500 military personnel. Yes and who do you think gave them the green light. The Coast Guard said the ship is . My point still stands EFP is a deterrent/trip wire force to prevent Russia thinking she has an option to interfere in those countries. You have to look at the bigger picture, Russia, China and the Iranians are holding joint exercises in the Indian ocean, increased naval activity in the Arctic, My biggest concern is India and Pakistan. Iran if anything will be taking the opportunity to cause issues whilst US attention is firmly off the region. How would you like me to paint Corbin and Johnson with the same brush? Launch control was always in Moscow. All quotes delayed a minimum of 15 minutes. "There is nothing unusual here: it is commonplace, but this time the ship is equipped with the latest hypersonic rocket system Zircon, which has no match. The ships have included a surfaced submarine, a destroyer, a corvette and a patrol ship along. Yep, you may well sleep well when not being reminded of the things you could actually be doing to help the world, Ive partaken in wars over Oil and I dont even drive, Driving fossil fueled powered cars is not the only thing causing climate change and that we need to change. 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. NSM like Harpoon has a range that means it flies way over the horizon. 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. The task group were joined by RAF Typhoon and F-35s jets, plus tankers RFA Tideforce and RFA Tiderace. That calls a defense expert on the plan. Published. Mr Prystaiko also slammed Berlin for pushing ahead with the controversial Nord Stream 2 gas pipeline that will circumvent Ukraine. why? The core of the Russian navy's Northern Fleet has been observed manoeuvring in and around Irish-controlled waters in recent days, ahead of planned live-fire drills. We need to re-evaluate our position in the world, step back, calculate the cost of the CASD add that amount to a Defence budget set at 3%. UK, US and some Baltic states seem to be the only ones that seem they maybe willing to fight. Russia's warns Britain over navy confrontation, Raab: Russia being 'predictably inaccurate', Britain says it will always defend seafaring rights, Russia says London is sowing barefaced lies. The. Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said on Friday Moscow was not ready to wait forever for a response and that it wanted a detailed written response to every Russian proposal. Any damage to external sensors, VLS tubes, the bridge area, mast, or flight deck would be enough to take it out of the fight. "It is a hypersonic sea-based system - [and the vessel has other] latest-generation weapons. Final talks on NI post-Brexit deal as UK PM meets EU chief - No 10. Surely he loses more than he gains. what about nato members bulgaria and romania? The vessels were found by Naval News with the help of Damien Symon, an independent defense analyst. Browse an unrivalled portfolio of real-time and historical market data and insights from worldwide sources and experts. Several European nations have now moved to bolster Natos military deployment in eastern Europe. @RoyalNavy ships @hms_tyne and @HMSDragon have escorted three Russian warships through the North Sea and English Channel as part of a unified response with allies. US is now flying in warlike items to Ukraine. NOTAMs will clear seaways fast, whilst the Falklands demonstrated the potency of AsUW back then. I think one of Moscow's long-standing goals has been to try to sow divisions between and within our countries and quite simply, we cannot and will not let them do that. Yep, putting a heavy weight anti ship missile in a cruise ship would be the ultimate fuck up and hand a victory to Russia. Russian warships have been seen acting unusually off the south coast of Ireland. Because the EU demanded first dibs on our defence contracts and all but destroyed our steal industry, just like they took over our agriculture and fishing industries. Unless we get fair warning and are able to build stuff in advance of a peer to peer conflict it wont matter, as it will be over too quickly. And the balls to back up that posture with action if necessary. UK politicians have been cutting our forces (numerically) once or twice a decade since the end of the Korean War, ie over the last 70 years, not just the last 30 years. Your logic makes no sense. The BBC said shots were fired and that as many as 20 Russian aircraft were "buzzing" the British ship. I doubt you can stand at all given the amount of hallucinogens you must be partaking. means nothing until they are in the fleet, weve got more warships but the admiralty and the M.O.D cant see beyond their arrogance 5 more rivers given the thai navy upgrades to their batch 2 KRABI i.e a 76 otto melara rapid fire gun which was chosen ahead of the raytheon ram 116 system two extra 30mm cannon located aft of the bridge wings with the option of martlet sometime in the future otions to fit harpoon, these are real warships and we should do the same and designate them as corvettes or light frigates add 5 more warships to todays number of 19, then, 24 ships soundsRead more , reasonable place to forward base a t31 maybe. Global Britain is an illusion. Didnt work out too well last time. If Russia invades what do they do next? The deployment was cited in Ukraine's intelligence report which said Belarus 'should be considered as a full-fledged theater of operations that Russia can use to expand aggression against Ukraine.'. I would say that is far more annoying than Greta who actually tries her best to practice what she preaches. 'They discussed U.S. and international security and economic assistance to Ukraine, and the Secretary expressed appreciation for Ukraines continued calls for a diplomatic solution, stressing the need for Ukrainian unity in the face of the Russian threat,' Price said. At this distance we could also send a cutting out party/borders Im sure! They may be old but the Russians have used some of them very hard on the Russia/Syria Syrian Express run. US Secretary of State Antony Blinken today warnedRussia could attack Ukraine on 'very short notice'during a meeting with UkrainianPresident Volodymyr Zelensky at the American embassy in Kiev. I pray it doesnt happen, but sheer negligence in thisRead more . No-one will be able to fight back in an all in war today. In his annual Defence speech, General Sir Nick Carter also said it was 'too early to plot the demise of the tank'. Not training troops. Do you regard all the military and NHS etc senior people joining companies after they retire that they may well have helped gain orders as corruption? The military ship activated its AIS tracker on Wednesday at 10am, making it visible on real-time marine traffic tracker. "Even with the pressures of Covid, we remain at short notice to respond to threats both in home waters and around the world. During the Cold War it became traditional to test the resolve of an incoming new American president with a manufactured crisis. Thought about those beasties Johnathan if they hadnt been converted to Helicopter carriers as such and kept the Aft turrets as well nice broadside those cordites were huge, No worries. Trump kissing Putins ass in Helsinki infuriated a lot of Americans. However, the MoD has failed to reveal which, if any, of the existing equipment programmes will be cut to reduce the funding gap. SAMs/ASMs/AAMs mostly new plus a handfull of big ticket items but the vast majority are just 40 year old designs with a new paint job and go faster stripes. Forces would secure control of a canal that provided Crimea with fresh water supplies until Russia annexed the region and Ukraine stopped the flow, he said. AnyRead more , Once again I must say that your assessment is spot on. The US CSG in the med training with Italy and Spain no doubt this is positioned close by aswell. General Sir Nick Carter delivering the annual Royal United Services Institute lecture. Working hard for your Master Putin, Hay! NATOs multinational battlegroup in Bulgaria reached full operational capability on Wednesday.