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So I would say they do what we do and they make sure that they know what vessels are operating in waters near their areas of interest," the commander told the media. The ship was in the midst of a yearly NATO training exercise, in which Russia was a participant until two years ago, when they backed rebels in Ukraine and annexed Crimea. The prime minister was on the Canadian ship for 20 hours, boarding in Gdynia, a Polish port city, on Tuesday evening.

After docking Wednesday, Harper gave a speech to crew members and reporters, talking about his concerns about Russia and its president, Vladimir Putin.

Putin's recklessness threatens global stability, regional stability, and has spread fear among our Eastern allies," he said. Some got a little one-on-one time with him, including Petty Officer First Class Karen Johnston, who received a special service medal to mark 32 years of service. Never, right? Pseudonyms will no longer be permitted. By submitting a comment, you accept that CBC has the right to reproduce and publish that comment in whole or in part, in any manner CBC chooses.

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