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@marko_rogge The Romuald Muklevich is returning to its base in Mishukovo/Murmansk.

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I think it’s a show of the flag, but it could also be a recognition of the UK. The Russian frigate Kasatonov displayed a large ceremonial flag. I once crossed paths with a Russian ship and they saluted as a sign of respect—something like naval etiquette at sea.

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@Matt_Bracken48 🤔 I think it's also worth considering the overall quality and capabilities of Russian vessels. I'm not British, but from my perspective, the Royal Navy appears to have an edge in terms of technology and operational readiness. Of course, everyone is entitled to their own view. 🙂

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@WCPGW_SU @Capt_Navy I welcome any comments, and certainly your contribution and thoughts, but unfortunately this is something new. The reason is not yet clear, so jumping to conclusions that could be speculative would be pointless.

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Perhaps I'm mistaken, but Russian vessels near NATO coastlines are often monitored and, in some cases, closely followed. I experienced the same in the Black Sea, but by Russian Navy.
That said, I was specifically referring to NATO vessels from countries whose waters Russian vessels had passed close to, particularly the UK and Denmark. 😎

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@MrFrantarelli I completely agree.

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@TopofMurrayHill @jaccocharite 🤦

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Novorossiysk, August 12 — Ukrainian forces reportedly struck key Russian military and energy infrastructure, including the naval base, NKHP grain terminal, and Sheskharis oil terminal.
Satellite imagery shows damage to several vessels, port infrastructure, and an oil tanker. The photos are remarkable and reveal the scale of the strike. https://t.co/CnbvvN0fWd @kattyfun1

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@SONARROW_OSINT @Capt_Navy It could be speculation. It's definitely a new situation, regardless of the theories mentioned. Anyway, we'll find out later. 🤔

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A key clarification: Article 618 of Russia’s 2001 Naval Regulations is genuine, but it is no longer the current regulation. And “enemy in sight” does not mean every vessel encountered is considered hostile.
The current 2022 regulations provide for naval salutes and courtesy procedures toward foreign vessels, including the use of flags.

So, a flag gesture during a passage does not by itself indicate that the Russian ship identified the other vessel as an “enemy”. It may simply have been a protocol or courtesy salute.

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@SONARROW_OSINT Bingo

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@key2med @Drox_Maritime 👇

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🇷🇺 Russian Convoy Activity in India
ANGARA is currently berthed at the Port of Mumbai, while several other Russian-linked vessels remain either at anchor or awaiting entry outside the port.
The activity observed over recent days suggests the arrival of a coordinated Russian maritime convoy that departed from Vladivostok and transited to India under the escort of two corvettes of the Steregushchiy-class corvette.
The sustained coordination between the escort vessels and the accompanying cargo ships indicates the transport of material considered sensitive or strategically important. However, the nature of the cargo remains unknown and no official information has been released regarding its contents. @SONARROW_OSINT @TiaFarris10 @Capt_Navy @TomCotterillX @CeciliaSykala @KaptainLOMA @key2med @DonnetJules @Richard_AHolmes

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@key2med @Drox_Maritime Tks

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@te3ej Perfect, thanks for the reply. So it's a secondary Fq. In any case, it's returning to Mishukovo/Murmansk. There remains a 30-day gap in the Atlantic, the type of activity of which is unknown. Underwater cables?

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@WarshipCam FYI @pegge49

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OSINT Brief: Large National Ensign hoisted at the mainmast by a Russian warship in transit through the English Channel.
•Presence Projection (High Confidence): Likely a deliberate "Show the Flag" posture to demonstrate sovereignty and presence to monitoring NATO assets in a strategic choke point.
•Passing Honors (Medium Confidence): Could reflect formal naval etiquette, signaling dynamic greetings, thanks, or respect when crossing paths with other vessels.
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