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Amid escalating tensions, the Russian missile frigate Admiral Gorshkov and the nuclear-powered Yasen-class cruise missile submarine Kazan conducted military drills in the Atlantic Ocean ahead of their arrival in Cuba. The Russian Ministry of Defense announced the exercise on the use of high-precision missile weapons in the Atlantic, showcasing Russia’s military prowess. The drills coincided with the start of tactical nuclear exercises with Belarus, sending a clear message to the West.
The Kazan submarine, carrying hypersonic Zircon missiles, along with the Admiral Gorshkov frigate, rehearsed high-precision missiles on marine targets, reflecting Russia’s vision of power projection. Analysts noted that these exercises highlight Russia’s global influence, contradicting claims of a waning role. Notably, the Russian flotilla’s journey to Cuba was shadowed by US and Allied forces, hinting at underlying tensions.
Russia and Cuba have a history of joint military exercises, with the current drills being deemed routine despite heightened global scrutiny. The Yasen-class Kazan submarine, known for its stealth capabilities, will operate in the US’s vicinity, potentially straining relations between the two nuclear powers. Despite the downplaying by US officials, concerns remain about the threat posed by the advanced submarine’s presence near US waters.
