Russia needs to increase its minesweeping capabilities

Recently, the USA have taken the decision to redeploy B-52 bomber aircraft in Europe. Some of them took part to a joint exercise with European NATO allies and made several flights close to the Russian borders. This aerial threat could be armed with sea mines and thus be a problem for the Russian naval forces. Therefore, Russia could seek to increase its naval minesweeping capabilities. Read full news at this link...

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The first Project 12700 Alexandrit-class MCM vessel (Picture source : Sredne-Nevsky Shipyard)

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