Vladimir Putin has approved a naval strategy aimed at restoring Russia's maritime power by 2050, despite losses from the war in Ukraine

Kremlin adviser Nikolai Patrushev has announced that Russia is aiming to regain its status as a maritime power through a new naval strategy called 'Strategy for the Development of the Russian Navy until 2050', approved by Putin. Although Russia is the third strongest naval force, it suffered significant losses in the war in Ukraine. The strategy aims for long-term development adapted to global challenges, with a focus on increasing defense spending. Russia has 79 submarines and 222 warships.