Russia’s Poseidon Submarine Trials | US News

Russia’s newest nuclear submarine, the Khabarovsk, is now at sea for its first factory trials — a vessel built to launch the feared Poseidon underwater drone, dubbed a “doomsday” weapon. Capable of traveling 10,000 km and potentially triggering radioactive tsunamis, the Poseidon is designed for second-strike capability. The Khabarovsk, shorter than traditional ballistic subs to accommodate six launch bays, began construction in 2014 but faced delays, with an expected service date of November 2025. Two more submarines are under development, all slated for Russia’s Pacific Fleet. These tests come amid rising nuclear tensions, following Putin’s recent Poseidon test and other Russian nuclear activities that have drawn U.S. responses. While the drone’s deployment remains uncertain, the focus is on ensuring the delivery system is battle-ready. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/2f0970841c50a67c