The Baltic Fleet

The Baltic Fleet is the Russian Navy's naval force operating in the Baltic Sea, primarily tasked with defending Russia’s western maritime borders, protecting maritime traffic, and asserting its interests in the region. It includes surface ships, submarines, naval aviation, and support vessels. Historically established in the early 18th century, it has played key roles in regional security, military operations, and strategic deterrence. Today, the Baltic Fleet remains a significant component of Russia's maritime capabilities, aligned with its broader national defense and geopolitical objectives in northeastern Europe.