Russian submarine finds new base amid Syria port fallout
The Russian submarine B-265 Krasnodar, cut off from the port in Syria, has docked in Algiers. It is accompanied by the tugboat Evgeny Churov. This move is due to the changing political situation in Syria.
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- The Russian submarine B-265 Krasnodar has docked in the port of Algiers.
- It is accompanied by the ocean-going tugboat Evgeny Churov from the Baltic Fleet.
- The change of port is due to being denied access to the Syrian port of Tartus.
The Russian submarine B-265 Krasnodar, part of the Black Sea Fleet, has found refuge in the port of Algiers. It is accompanied by the ocean-going tugboat Evgeny Churov, belonging to the Baltic Fleet. According to the Polish Press Agency, both vessels plan to remain in the Algerian port for a few days to refuel and perform necessary maintenance work.
Previously, Russian ships used the port of Tartus in Syria. However, after the overthrow of Syrian dictator Bashar al-Assad last December, the new authorities in Damascus denied Russia access to this port. The absence of a permanent support base in the Mediterranean restricts the operational capabilities of Russian vessels in this area.
Russian ships operating in waters surrounding NATO's southern flank are constantly monitored by American and Italian planes, drones, and ships. The current Russian fleet in the Mediterranean includes a submarine, a frigate, a support tanker, a tugboat, and the spy ship Viktor Leonov.
Armament of Russian vessels
According to a statement from the Ukrainian navy, two Russian ships are armed with Kalibr cruise missiles. This armament heightens the potential threat to the region, which is closely monitored by NATO forces.
The presence of Russian ships in the Mediterranean, despite restrictions, demonstrates Russia's determination to maintain its influence in the region. This situation may lead to further tensions with NATO countries, which are closely watching the movements of the Russian fleet.
