Armed Russian ships test Western sanctions in the Baltic Sea
Images showing weapons mounted on Russian-linked vessels in the Baltic Sea are raising concerns about how sanctions are enforced. European navies have stepped up efforts
Images showing weapons mounted on Russian-linked vessels in the Baltic Sea are raising concerns about how sanctions are enforced. European navies have stepped up efforts to monitor ships suspected of evading restrictions. But analysts say armed guards could deter inspections and increase the risk of confrontation.
Moscow insists it must protect key maritime routes. Is this becoming a high-stakes standoff at sea? 00:00 Armed Russian-linked ships spotted in the Baltic Sea 00:32 Rising tensions and increased Russian military
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