Direct threats from Russia regarding 'Western piracy': 'If the situation cannot be resolved peacefully, the navy will act to eliminate it'
Nikolai Patrushev, head of the Russian Maritime Council, has threatened military action to protect Russian vessels from European seizures, labeling this as 'Western piracy.'
Russia Threatens to Use Naval Forces Against Europe
A former FSB director warned that the Russian Navy should be prepared to confront what he calls 'Western piracy' amid escalating tensions over maritime actions towards Europe.
BRICS needs strategic maritime cooperation – Putin aide
A Russian official emphasized the need for strategic maritime cooperation among BRICS countries to enhance security along global shipping routes amidst concerns over Western piracy.
Putin aide urges retaliation to ‘Western piracy’
A senior aide to President Putin has called for a strong military response to what he terms 'Western piracy' affecting Russia's maritime trade.
Russia threatens to deploy navy to protect vessels from ‘western piracy’
A senior Russian official has warned that Russia may deploy its navy to protect vessels linked to Russia from potential European actions, highlighting rising tensions in maritime security.