French frigate ‘destroys’ German sub in Nato’s biggest drills since Cold War

The French navy frigate Normandie is playing a key role in the exercises (AP)

Large Nato drills in the fjords of northern Norway are being carried out to hone the fighting skills of the newly expanded 32-nation military alliance.

Nato is baring its fangs in its biggest exercises since the Cold War, sending an unmistakable message to Russia that alliance members are ready to defend each other if needed.