There is something going on in Russia, something that has been underway for six years or so. In 2010, the story of the Russian Federation Navy was one of a lack of investment. New construction remained at a level not high enough to replace the ageing, Soviet-vintage fleet. Fast forward to 2016, however, and the Black Sea Fleet has received its first new submarine and frigate in more than 20 years. On the operational side, the US Navy (USN) is noting the highest levels of Russian submarine activity since the Cold War.
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