The Russian Baltic Fleet and the military role of Kaliningrad
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The Russian Baltic Fleet, also known as the Baltic Sea Fleet, is one of the four largest Russian navy formations and operates primarily in the Baltic Sea, but its area of responsibility extends to the Danish and North Seas. The fleet has a unique combination of capabilities, including maritime air power, naval infantry, and coastal defense. It is also the oldest of the Russian navy formations, having developed alongside St. Petersburg, which has become a center for shipbuilding, naval research, and education.
The Baltic Fleet is also heavily involved in the testing and development of new equipment and weapons, and has two large school ships in the Russian navy. Its headquarters and main naval base are located in Baltiysk, but its area of responsibility also includes the Kaliningrad region, which is crucial from a military perspective. The region is seen as a buffer zone against NATO aggression and the first defense line against an opponent with superior air power. The fleet is also extremely important for the defense of Kaliningrad, with most of its forces under the command of the Baltic Fleet. This includes units such as combat aircraft, strategic air defense systems, and heavy artillery.
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