The Russian navy has unveiled plans to strengthen its presence in the Black Sea and the Arctic zone, heavily focusing its military strategy on the two regions for the next 15 years according to the head officer of the Russian navy, admiral Victor Chirkov.
Speaking in front of the Russian government’s Marine Board on Tuesday, Chirkov said the new naval doctrine, which is in place until 2030, will see Russia strengthen its presence around Crimea and the North Pole.
“The role of the Arctic in the period between now and 2030 will grow objectively,” he explained. “This is a result of the …read more
Source: Newsweek
