Russia seems to be focusing its new training techniques on potential future conflicts with NATO, as opposed to current operations in Ukraine, several reports suggest.
Since the initiation of the conflict in Ukraine by Vladimir Putin in 2022, the situation remains unresolved.
Recently, Russian drone and missile assaults targeted the north-eastern Sumy region in Ukraine, injuring four individuals.
In contrast, Russian authorities reported intercepting 50 Ukrainian drones, resulting in one fatality and several injuries near St. Petersburg.
Business Insider has highlighted that Russian military forces have been conducting exercises with naval drones carrying explosives, simulating attacks on and sinking ships.
These drills are considered unlikely to be intended for the Ukrainian context, given that Kyiv lacks a conventional naval force.
It appears that these exercises are more likely a preparation for potential engagements with NATO forces.
The Russian defense ministry’s decision to release footage of these exercises indicates their confidence in the face of potential threats.
The training exercises, although simulative, were dramatic, showcasing a significant explosion over the Black Sea with the involvement of naval drones, aerial drones, helicopters, and ships.
In an official statement, Putin remarked, “the Navy’s exercise is primarily designed to thoroughly train naval forces in repelling maritime attacks and performing the full range of extremely challenging and unconventional operational and tactical missions, and other tasks in a realistic simulated environment.”
The president added that the “training incorporates experience gained during the special military operation,” referencing Russia’s terminology for its invasion of Ukraine.
Globally, preparations for conflict are not unique to Russia. The US Navy has also developed new training simulations to equip sailors with the skills to handle an attack.
While speaking in Turnberry, Scotland, Trump expressed his dissatisfaction with Putin, as Russian forces continue their offensive in Ukraine.
Standing beside the British Prime Minister, Keir Starmer, Trump stated, “We thought we had it settled numerous times, and then President Putin goes out and starts launching rockets into some city like Kyiv and kills a lot of people in a nursing home or whatever.”
In response to Trump’s remarks, the Kremlin acknowledged having “took note of President Trump’s statement yesterday.”