In early 2026, Russian submarine operations in the Mediterranean have exhibited unprecedented extended presence . The Kilo II-class SSK Krasnodar , along with its support vessels, remained moored at the Alexandria Naval Base for several days—a significantly longer period than previous months, when Russian submarines typically stayed no more than a few weeks following the reduced utility of the Tartus facility in Syria. The reasons behind this extended deployment remain uncert

The Tug SB-921 Evgeniy Churov The Tug SB-921 Evgeniy Churov The SB-921 Evgeniy Churov  is a Sliva-class (Project 712) ocean-going tug of the Russian Navy, designed to provide at-sea logistical and rescue support. It has frequently been observed escorting Russian submarines, including Kilo-class diesel-electric submarines (SSKs) such as the Krasnodar  and Novorossiysk . Its presence in the Mediterranean, as reported in recent updates, may indicate a support role for Russian na

Since December 2024, the RFN no longer has a naval base in the Mediterranean Sea. Despite this particular situation, the RFN decides to send ships and submarines in the Mediterranean. The naval presence allows to maintain open economic and logistic relations with the partner countries of Russia which are bordering on the Mediterranean. It also allows control of traffic to and from the Black Sea by Russian vessels. At this time of transition, the RFN benefits from the support