KALININGRAD, October 26. /TASS/. Service members of the Russian Navy’s Baltic Fleet Base’s counter-sabotage unit conducted diving operations at depths ranging from 20 to 30 meters, according to the Baltic Fleet’s press service.

"During the exercise, the navy men practiced diving to depths of 20 to 30 meters and elements of underwater navigation using propulsion devices, and also conducted a search for possible sabotage devices, underwater caches, and hiding places in the naval forces’ basing area," the Baltic Fleet said in a statement.

It noted that the exercise took place under challenging hydro-meteorological conditions. In addition, the troops conducted battle firing using the SPP-1 special underwater pistol and the APS special underwater assault rifle. They also practiced elements of underwater combat.