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Russian warship Mediterranean fleet

Western officials describe Russia's surface fleet as a shambles after Moscow pulled all warships from the Mediterranean since June. This marks the first absence in over a decade, ending the permanent task force that began in 2013. Reports from The Telegraph and Oliver suggest ships are being redirected to shield sanctioned oil tankers before NATO could seize them.

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Russian warship Mediterranean fleet

Western officials describe Russia's surface fleet as a shambles after Moscow pulled all warships from the Mediterranean since June. This marks the first absence in over a decade, ending the permanent task force that began in 2013. Reports from The Telegraph and Oliver suggest ships are being redirected to shield sanctioned oil tankers before NATO could seize them.

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