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Russia's 'Doomsday Submarine' Begins First Sea Trials

俄“末日潜艇”开始首次试航

The Russian nuclear-powered submarine 'Khabarovsk' (Project 09851) began its initial factory sea trials on August 17, as reported by TASS and republished by the Chinese state-affiliated outlet Guancha. The vessel, under construction since 2014, is designed to carry six 'Poseidon' nuclear-powered intercontinental drones. The report notes a six-year delay from its original 2020 delivery date without explaining the cause.

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The piece, sourced from Guancha (观察者网), frames the event as a significant Russian military milestone, emphasizing the submarine's 'doomsday' deterrent capability.

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