Summary
NATO's Secretary-General Mark Rutte commented on issues with a Russian submarine near the French coast. There were reports that the submarine had technical problems, but Russia denied these claims. NATO allies are closely monitoring Russian naval movements in the area.
Key Facts
- NATO's chief, Mark Rutte, said Russia's naval forces are struggling.
- Russia denied reports that their submarine had problems near France.
- Reports suggested a Russian submarine had a fuel leak and lacked necessary parts on board.
- Russia's navy stated the submarine was on a routine trip in the Mediterranean Sea.
- NATO tracked the submarine as it traveled through the English Channel.
- The submarine was accompanied by a tug boat, according to the UK Royal Navy.
- Various NATO countries, including the UK and France, monitored the submarine's movements.
