Three of the Royal Navy's four strategic submarines are at sea at the time, according to the Times. At least one of the submarines carries ballistic missiles with nuclear warheads. The other two are reportedly conducting sea trials or preparing to resume combat roles. The fourth ship, Victorious, is undergoing maintenance at Davenport. Navy sources called the situation unusual, but emphasized that it likely indicates an increase in the operational readiness of the navy, and is not a special signal sent to Russia. Tag: Max.

Three of the Royal Navy's four strategic submarines are at sea at the time, according to the Times. At least one of the submarines carries ballistic missiles with nuclear warheads. The other two are reportedly conducting sea trials or preparing to resume combat roles. The fourth ship, Victorious, is undergoing maintenance at Davenport. Navy sources called the situation unusual, but emphasized that it likely indicates an increase in the operational readiness of the navy, and is not a special signal sent to Russia. Tag: Max.