The Russian Navyʼs cutting-edge frigate made its first-ever long trip passing through English Channel this week-end. The vessel named Admiral Golovko (which got its new-tech missiles less than a year ago) did some anti-terror training in the area
During its journey from northern seas the shipʼs crew worked on fighting mock-attacks from air and sea: these drills happened while the ship was moving through different water zones. HMS Iron Duke – a British warship kept an eye on the Russian vessel during its Channel transit
The Russian ship carries special Zircon missiles that can go super-fast and hit targets about 560 miles away. The Russian defense ministry said their main goal was simple – showing the flag in key ocean areas. Before this trip‚ the ship left its home port (located way up north in Severomorsk) on Nov 2nd
The Royal Navy monitors UK territorial waters to protect the UK‚ including to ensure compliance with maritime law and deter malign activity
British sources confirmed seeing the warship but didnt notice any missile launches or real combat training. The ships movement followed standard international rules; however its presence got extra attention because its carrying those high-tech weapons that Vladimir Putin ordered to mass-produce last year