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Russian Khabarovsk submarine sea trials

Overview

The Russian nuclear-powered submarine Khabarovsk, a Project 09851 vessel designed to carry up to six Poseidon autonomous nuclear-powered underwater vehicles, has departed the Sevmash shipyard in Severodvinsk to begin sea trials in the White Sea.

These trials aim to evaluate the vessel’s propulsion, steering, diving capabilities, and structural integrity. The Khabarovsk is purpose-built to accommodate large underwater drones, unlike the previously converted Belgorod submarine. Following the testing phase, the submarine is expected to join the Pacific Fleet.

The deployment of the Khabarovsk occurs amid heightened tensions between Russia and the United Kingdom concerning drone supplies to Ukraine. Following the use of British-supplied drones by Ukraine to strike targets deep within Russian territory, the Russian Embassy in London has accused Britain of being an accomplice to the attacks.

Russian state media has suggested the potential use of Poseidon weapons against Britain, with state TV presenter Vladimir Solovyov specifically suggesting their use. The Poseidon is described as an autonomous, nuclear-powered weapon capable of traveling long distances underwater, with experts noting its detonation could potentially trigger devastating tsunamis along enemy coastlines.

In response to these developments, the UK Ministry of Defence has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Ukraine with necessary defense equipment. While defense experts note that a Poseidon attack would likely trigger retaliation from the United Kingdom’s Trident nuclear deterrent, the development remains a significant point of concern for international security and NATO.

Entities

Khabarovsk · Russian Navy · Vladimir Putin · Sevmash · Khabarovsk submarine

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Timeline

  1. about 9 hours ago

    [INTERNATIONAL] 4 sources
    Khabarovsk submarine begins trials with Poseidon nuclear torpedoes

    Russia's 10,000-ton Khabarovsk submarine has begun trials in the White Sea, carrying Poseidon nuclear torpedoes capable of triggering tsunamis, heightening tensions with the UK.

  2. 6 days ago

    [INTERNATIONAL] 6 sources
    Russia begins sea trials for Khabarovsk nuclear submarine

    The Russian Project 09851 submarine Khabarovsk has begun sea trials in the White Sea, designed specifically to deploy up to six Poseidon nuclear-powered autonomous underwater vehicles.

Sources

bairdmaritime.com · columbusalive.com · encancha.cl · europesays.com · interestingengineering.com · international.sindonews.com · n1info.hr · naval.com.br · quotidiano.net · ry.dksport.dk

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