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Russia begins sea trials of Khabarovsk submarine, described as Poseidon carrier

Russia has deployed the Khabarovsk submarine for sea trials. The vessel is described as the first carrier of Poseidon nuclear-powered torpedoes.

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Sea trials of a platform associated with nuclear weapons could signal a consequential development in Russia’s strategic military capabilities.

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