We’ve published several commentaries in recent issues of CNR about the Royal Navy and the United Kingdom’s nuclear deterrent. In particular the commentaries have discussed how it is important to remember the conventional elements that are necessary for deterrence. But there is concern that the RN capability (and capacity) is […]
Deterrence
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13 Dec 2016. "The detailed report below shows the much vaunted Russian carrier sent to Syria is less than effective and hints the Chinese equivalent is also not likely high in operational capability. It also provides an interesting assessment of why the Kutnetsov was sent." http://news.nationalpost.com/news/tobin-harshaw-putin-blundered-when-he-ordered-the-kuznetsov-curse-to-the-mediterranean=
28 Nov 2016. A previous post to Broadsides covers the re-emergence of a potent Russian submarine fleet. Coupled with Mr.Putin's apparent interest in using his Navy to support foreign policy (also covered on Broadsides) we would be wise to watch the growth of Russian naval capabilities. Another aspect of his […]