Russian harm to underwater cables could be 'act of war', UK defence chief warns

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Russian underwater operations have surged over the last 20 years, says Admiral Sir Tony Radakin
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Russian underwater operations have surged over the last 20 years, says Admiral Sir Tony Radakin

Russia's underwater operations are focused on exploiting the world's communication and information systems, Admiral Sir Tony Radakin has warned

A Russian attempt to damage underwater cables that are crucial to communication systems around the world might be considered an "act of war", the UK's recently appointed head of the armed forces ha...

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