UK Mine-Hunters for Ukraine Awaiting Deployment Two Years On
In 2023, the British Navy transferred two mine-hunting vessels to Ukraine. These specialized ships were intended to enhance Ukraine's naval capabilities.
The vessels are currently located in the United Kingdom. They have not yet been deployed to Ukraine.
Deployment is conditioned on a ceasefire agreement, as large ships in the Black Sea are considered vulnerable.
This condition reflects strategic concerns regarding the safety of significant naval assets in the ongoing conflict. Two years after their initial transfer, the conditions for their deployment remain unfulfilled.