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Russian Spy Ship Breaches Allied Waters, Fires Lasers at Military Planes

Russian Spy Ship Breaches Allied Waters, Fires Lasers at Military Planes

Summary

A Russian spy ship, the Yantar, entered northern waters of the UK and reportedly used lasers on British military planes. The UK deployed a naval ship and planes to monitor it. The UK warns Russia against further incursions.

Key Facts

  • A Russian spy ship named the Yantar entered the UK's northern waters.
  • The ship directed lasers at British military planes.
  • The UK sent a Royal Navy ship and P-8 planes to monitor the vessel.
  • The UK warns Russia against further movement south.
  • This is the second time this year the Yantar has entered UK waters.
  • The Yantar is designed to collect intelligence and map undersea cables.
  • The UK defense secretary, John Healey, spoke out about the incident.
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