Two Russian naval ships, including one armed with cruise missiles, have been spotted off the UK coast in recent days, as Vladimir Putin appears to ignore Sir Keir Starmer's warning. The vessels have been operating just 30 miles off the British coast, escorting sanctioned oil tankers through the English Channel.
This has heightened concerns about potential environmental damage and an increased risk of confrontation with Moscow. The two ships have been working together and have approached British waters three times in the past two months, taking positions near key UK infrastructure while the Royal Navy keep a close eye.
