The United Kingdom and Norway have signed a new defence pact to jointly protect undersea cables and monitor Russian submarine activity in the North Atlantic. The agreement comes amid a reported 30% rise in Russian vessel sightings in UK waters over the past two years.
Under the deal, both NATO members will operate a combined fleet of British-built Type-26 frigates and at least 13 anti-submarine ships. The two countries say the move will help safeguard critical infrastructure, including data cables and gas pipelines linking the UK to mainland Europe.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer described the pact as “historic,” saying it strengthens Britain’s ability to defend vital communication routes. He made the announcement while hosting Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Støre at RAF Lossiemouth in Scotland.
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The agreement also expands joint military exercises, Arctic warfare training, and cooperation on advanced naval technology, as both nations respond to heightened tensions with Russia.
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