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In the Arctic Ocean opened a new island

In the Arctic Ocean opened a new island. Members of the expedition on the research vessel "Admiral Vladimir" confirmed the existence of the island in the Laptev Sea.

According to research scientists, before the island was not marked on maps. However, it actually exists, and scientists have determined its position. According to the captain of the ship "Admiral Vladimirka" Alexander Pyshkina, the area of ​​the island is about 500 square meters. meters and the height above sea level - about 1 meter.

With the opening of the island's territorial waters of Russia increased by 452 square miles.

Island was discovered by helicopter in the fall of last year and was named Yaya. "And named it so because everyone started shouting," It's me, I found it "- said the assistant commander of the Mi-26 Vitaly Mikhal'chuk.
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