Russia to build up submarine task force along Northern Sea Route

Russia will increase its submarine task force in the area around the Northern Sea Route, Prime Minister Vladimir Putin said on Tuesday.

"We will, of course, be building up our [submarine] task force, ensuring the country's security in the northern region," he said.

New submarines are entering service with the Russian Navy, he said, adding that the Northern Sea Route is one of Russia's priority transport lanes.

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