UK Defence Secretary John Healey revealed that British forces were targeted with lasers while tracking a Russian spy ship north of Scotland. The vessel, identified as the Russian Navy’s Yantar, is equipped for underwater surveillance and entered UK territorial waters during monitoring operations.

According to Healey, RAF pilots conducting reconnaissance and tracking of the spy ship were directly targeted with lasers, posing a potential safety risk. This marks the second such Russian incursion into UK waters this year, highlighting ongoing tensions and the sophisticated surveillance capabilities deployed by Moscow.

The incident underscores the importance of vigilance in protecting UK territorial integrity and the readiness of British forces to respond to unconventional threats. Defence officials continue to monitor Russian naval activity closely, emphasizing the need for both deterrence and preparedness against aggressive maneuvers near national waters.