PM Narendra Modi commissioned three indigenous naval vessels in Kolkata: INS Dunagiri, INS Agray, and INS Sanshodhak. He stressed self-reliance in maritime capabilities, stating India aims to be a creator and decider, not just a purchaser, highlighting the link between economic influence and naval power.
India will commission three indigenously built warships – INS Dunagiri, INS Sanshodhak, and INS Agray – on June 21 in Kolkata. Presided over by PM Modi, these platforms aim to enhance the Navy's combat, surveillance, and anti-submarine capabilities, boosting blue-water operations and maritime security.
India's Navy faces a growing submarine threat from Pakistan and China. To counter this, the Navy urgently needs to expand its anti-submarine warfare (ASW) helicopter fleet, as current numbers are insufficient for its vast maritime responsibilities.
The Pentagon is conducting a six-month review to reduce US military presence in Europe, prompting allies to assume greater NATO responsibilities. Fighter jets, drones, and warships earmarked for European crises will be scaled back, creating gaps for NATO members to fill.
A British couple, Jane and Alan Kelvey, sailing in the English Channel, have refuted Russian claims of a "dangerous approach" to the frigate Admiral Grigorovich. They stated they followed all rules, received no radio warnings, and were met with warning shots fired by the Russian vessel.
A British couple, Jane and Alan Kelvey, on a yacht in the Channel reported a Russian warship, Admiral Grigorovich, fired warning shots near them. The couple downplayed the incident, stating it was unnecessary and the Russian account was untrue, emphasizing they were not on a collision course and had right of way.
A Russian warship, the Admiral Grigorovich, fired warning shots at a British yacht near the Isle of Wight, prompting an investigation by the UK Ministry of Defence. The incident occurred outside UK territorial waters, with the yacht's occupants describing it as "a bit scary." Russia claims the shots were fired in accordance with international regulations after attempts to contact the yacht failed.
A Russian warship, the Admiral Grigorovich, fired warning shots near a British pleasure yacht, the Bright Future, in the English Channel. Keir Starmer called the incident "reckless" and part of daily "proxy attacks" from Russia.
A British retired couple, Jane and Alan Kelvey, described their "surreal" experience after a Russian warship, the Admiral Grigorovich, fired warning shots near their yacht, the Bright Future, in the English Channel. The incident occurred 23 miles off the Isle of Wight. Russia claims the yacht was on a "dangerous approach," while the couple states they were not on a collision course and the gunfire was "completely unnecessary."
A Russian warship, the Admiral Grigorovich, fired warning shots near a UK-registered yacht in the English Channel on Tuesday morning. The incident occurred between the Isle of Wight and Normandy shortly before midday, with the MoD investigating.
A British retired couple, Jane and Alan Kelvey, reported warning shots fired near their yacht by a Russian frigate, the Admiral Grigorovich, in the English Channel. The incident occurred 23 miles off the Isle of Wight, with the MoD calling it isolated and not linked to a recent tanker seizure.
A Russian frigate fired warning shots at a British yacht in the English Channel after it made a "dangerous approach." The incident, involving the Admiral Grigorovich, occurred outside UK territorial waters, with no injuries or damage reported. The Royal Navy was monitoring the Russian vessel at the time.
A Russian warship, the Admiral Grigorovich, fired warning shots approximately 500 yards from a UK-registered yacht in international waters of the English Channel. The incident, occurring near the Isle of Wight, caused no injuries or damage and highlights rising UK-Moscow tensions, following recent actions like the seizure of a Russian shadow fleet tanker.
British authorities are investigating reports that a Russian Navy frigate fired warning shots near a UK-registered civilian yacht in the English Channel, approximately 20 nautical miles south of the Isle of Wight. No injuries or damage were reported.
A Russian warship reportedly fired warning shots near a UK-registered yacht in the English Channel, hours after the UK imposed new sanctions on Russia's "shadow fleet." The incident occurred outside UK territorial waters, with no reported injuries or damage. This follows the UK's interception of a tanker suspected of aiding Russia's sanctions evasion.
A Russian frigate, the Admiral Grigorovich, reportedly fired warning shots at a UK-registered civilian yacht approximately 450 meters away in the English Channel, near British territorial waters. The incident is being investigated by Britain's Ministry of Defence, with no injuries or damage reported.
The UK Ministry of Defence is investigating reports that a Russian warship, the Admiral Grigorovich, fired warning shots near a UK-registered yacht in the English Channel. The incident occurred between the Isle of Wight and Normandy, with no reported injuries or damage.
The UK Ministry of Defence is investigating reports that a Russian warship, the Admiral Grigorovich, fired warning shots near a UK-registered yacht in the English Channel on Tuesday. The incident occurred between the Isle of Wight and Normandy, with no reported injuries or damage to the yacht.
Political analyst Sylwia Monika Gorska states ASEAN is unlikely to form a united front on South China Sea disputes due to its principles of consensus, sovereignty, and non-interference. She noted the Asean Maritime Leaders’ Declaration offers Manila an alternative path.
China is reportedly developing a new naval gun system capable of firing 155mm shells, which would be the largest of its kind globally. An experimental ship, the Wu Yunduo, underwent sea trials near Dalian in early May, following its appearance with the gun installed at a shipyard in February.
BBC Verify analysis of satellite images suggests Iran is repairing missile sites and tunnels damaged by US and Israeli strikes, despite ongoing conflict. While military bases and infrastructure have been hit, experts say Iran retains capacity for counterstrikes via drones and missiles.
The Indian Navy unveiled the crest of INS Dunagiri, a Project 17A stealth frigate. Named after a Himalayan peak, it symbolizes multi-domain combat capability with advanced weaponry and sensors, and is set for commissioning soon.
CENTCOM has denied Iranian media reports claiming an attack on a US warship in the Strait of Hormuz. Nournews had reported Iranian strikes on US targets in the Middle East, including warships, in retaliation for a US attack.
美国核动力军舰在日本靠港时，美军将不再向日本外务省通报舰长姓名和船员人数，理由是出于安保考虑。此前美方一直有此通报。
