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John Healey has issued a warning to Vladimir Putin after telling MPs about a Russian spy vessel operating around the UK
The Defence Secretary told the Russian leader: “We see you, we know what you are doing and we will not shy away from robust action to protect this country.”
He told MPs: “The foreign ship Yantar is currently in the North Sea having passed through British waters. Let me be clear, this is a Russian spy ship used for gathering intelligence and mapping the UK’s critical underwater infrastructure.
“Yantar entered the UK exclusive economic zone about 45 miles off the British coast on Monday.
“For the last two days the Royal Navy has deployed HMS Somerset and HMS Tyne to monitor the vessel every minute through our waters.
“AI changed the Royal Navy’s rules of engagement so that our warships can get closer and better track the Yantar. So far, the ship has complied with international rules of navigation.”
Mr Healey said it is the second the Yantar has entered British waters.
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