Fears grow over Russian spy ship near Ireland as Zelenskyy visit approaches

Fears grow over Russian spy ship near Ireland as Zelenskyy visit approaches

Russian ship Yantar near UK waters. The ship, officially described as a research vessel, is believed to be capable of mapping the sea bed and interfering with critical infrastructure. File picture: Royal Navy/PA

A Russian spy ship may be launching submarines covertly into Irish waters or waiting to fly drones into Irish airspace ahead of the Ukrainian president’s upcoming visit, a former army officer warned.

The Yantar, a Russian ship found just off Scottish territorial waters which is believed to be heading south towards Ireland is equipped with a moon pool — an opening in the centre of the boat through which submersibles or divers can be covertly deployed — Dr Cathal Berry, former Army Ranger Wing officer and TD  said.

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