# UK Navy boosts monitoring of Russian vessels by 25%

The Royal Navy says it now spends 25% more time tracking Russian ships and submarines in waters near the UK. The increase reflects growing Russian naval activity and heightened concern over undersea infrastructure and maritime security. Officials describe the move as a necessary response to a more assertive Russian presence.

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## Sources

### World
- [The Guardian World](https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2026/aug/08/navy-says-it-is-spending-25-more-time-monitoring-russian-vessels-around-uk-waters) — Sat, 08 Aug 2026 20:03:34 GMT