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Russia Says Chased U.S. Navy Ship From Its Waters

The U.S. has denied Russia's characterization of events, saying the engagement was "safe and professional."

In Photos: Russia's Warships Take Center Stage in St. Petersburg

Speaking on the sidelines of the naval parade, President Vladimir Putin boasted of Russia's naval prowess.

NATIONAL INTERESTS

Putin Warns of 'Lethal' Strikes at Russian Warship Parade

The Russian leader's boast comes days after military officials announced tests of advanced new weapons.

Breakthrough Weapon

Russia Test Fires Tsirkon Hypersonic Cruise Missile

The Tsirkon is part of an arsenal of futuristic weapons which Moscow hopes will give it the edge in any arms race with the United States.

Sudan Lawmakers to Review Russian Navy Base Deal – FM

The 25-year agreement for the Russian Navy outpost had been brokered by Sudan's now-ousted leader.

black sea face-off

Russia Says Fired ‘Warning’ Shots at British Warship Near Crimea

The British Defense Ministry denied that any warning shots had been fired at the HMS Defender.

revised contract

Sudan Renegotiating Russian Naval Base Deal – Reports

“The agreement can be continued if we find benefits and profits for our country,” the Sudanese army chief of staff said.

strategic foothold

Sudan Suspends Planned Russian Naval Base – Reports

A former Russian Navy admiral said he believes Sudan suspended its agreement with Russia under U.S. pressure but Moscow denied the reports.

Russia to Close Parts of Black Sea for 6 Months

The move was swiftly condemned by Ukraine and the EU.

blocked vessels

Ukraine Accuses Russia of Shutting Off Black Sea Access, Harassing Ships

Ukraine claims that Russia will close parts of the Black Sea toward the Kerch Strait, which connects southern Russia to annexed Crimea.

U.S. Cancels Black Sea Deployment of 2 Warships – Turkey

Last week's news of a U.S. deployment of warships came amid rising tensions between Moscow and Kiev due to a buildup of Russian troops.

Russian Warships Stage Black Sea Drills Ahead of U.S. Arrivals

The drills follow Turkey’s announcement that the United States had notified it of plans to send two warships to the area.

target practice

Russia Conducts First Pacific Long-Range Cruise Missile Test

U.S. defense officials have voiced concern that Russia's Kalibr cruise missile will offset U.S. advantages in the Pacific region.

Russia Deploys All Black Sea Submarines as NATO Kicks Off Drills

Russia's deployment during the Romania-led “Sea Shield 21” exercises is “unprecedented,” a commander said.

seeking partnerships

U.S., Russia Warships Dock in Strategic Sudan Port

Russia recently signed a 25-year agreement to build a naval base in Port Sudan, part of Moscow's latest geopolitical push into Africa.

security enhancement

Iran, Russia Start Joint Naval Drill in Indian Ocean

Joint exercises will include a drill simulating ship abduction and fighting fires.

Russia Stages Black Sea Warship Drills Amid U.S. Destroyer Presence

The Admiral Makarov performed exercises “under combat training plans” after three U.S. vessels entered the Black Sea waters.

underwater drone

Russia Building Coastal Base for ‘Doomsday Nuke’ – Reports

The base is aimed at extending the Poseidon's service life.

rare appearance

Russian Navy to Join NATO Countries for Joint Exercises in 10-Year First

The last time the Russian Navy operated together with NATO ships was in 2011.

western tension

Russia Bolsters Military Forces in Baltic Exclave Amid NATO Fears

A Russian naval admiral accused NATO of deploying an armored tank and several battalion-tactical groups to Kaliningrad's borders.

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