Russian warship carries out rare live-fire exercise 45 miles off UK coast
- Posted on July 21, 2026
- By The Guardian
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A Russian naval vessel conducted an unexpected live-fire training operation in international waters near the British coast, demonstrating military readiness in a strategically sensitive area. The Neustrashimy-class frigate announced its intentions before executing a 30-minute gunnery drill approximately 45 nautical miles south of Plymouth, highlighting ongoing military activities in the English Channel region and raising questions about naval operations near NATO territory.
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