- The Royal Navy is deploying a new squadron of autonomous Kraken 3 drone boats to intercept Russian warships and spy vessels in UK waters.
- Vice-Admiral Steve Moorhouse confirmed the remotely controlled boats will begin round-the-clock operations as soon as possible, potentially before the end of the year.
- The 8.4-metre-long craft can reach speeds of 55 knots and remain at sea for up to 30 days to support fleet operations.
- Part of a £1.5 billion investment in a hybrid navy, the move aims to adapt to modern warfare and strengthen warfighting deterrence.
- The deployment follows increased Russian interference near British shores, including shadow fleet activity and surveillance of critical undersea cables.
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