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Russia Launches Delayed Khabarovsk Submarine for Poseidon Drone

11/4/2025

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Summary

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The Russian Navy launched the Khabarovsk nuclear submarine at Sevmash in Severodvinsk to carry the Poseidon drone.
Defense Minister Andrei Belousov oversaw the launch, which is five years behind schedule.
The submarine will undergo sea trials before joining Russia's nuclear deterrent fleet.
Russian President Vladimir Putin says the Poseidon drone can travel thousands of miles underwater and is unmatched in speed and power.

History

Historical Context

The K-278 Komsomolets submarine disaster on April 7, 1989, resulted in the deaths of 42 crew members due to a fire while submerged in the Barents Sea. This tragedy underscored the Soviet Navy's challenges with submarine safety. The recent launch of the Khabarovsk submarine, delayed by five years, highlights Russia's ongoing advancements in underwater capabilities and commitment to enhancing its nuclear deterrent.

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Story summary

The Russian Navy launched the Khabarovsk nuclear submarine at Sevmash in Severodvinsk to carry the Poseidon drone.
Defense Minister Andrei Belousov oversaw the launch, which is five years behind schedule.
The submarine will undergo sea trials before joining Russia's nuclear deterrent fleet.
Russian President Vladimir Putin says the Poseidon drone can travel thousands of miles underwater and is unmatched in speed and power.

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