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Russia revives 28,000-tonne Cold War nuclear giant with hypersonic missiles
Published 23 July 2026 ยท world
After completing rigorous sea trials, Russia's Admiral Nakhimov battlecruiser has successfully returned to port. This impressive warship has undergone substantial upgrades, replacing outdated Soviet-era equipment
After completing rigorous sea trials, Russia's Admiral Nakhimov battlecruiser has successfully returned to port. This impressive warship has undergone substantial upgrades, replacing outdated Soviet-era equipment with cutting-edge technologies. Equipped with state-of-the-art precision-guided munitions and enhanced defense capabilities, it stands as the largest surface combatant globally, significantly strengthening Russia's naval influence in far-off waters.
Published: July 23, 2026 โข 5:05 PM IST ยท Updated: July 23, 2026 โข 5:32 PM ISTBy TheBriefWire Editorial Team
Key points
After completing rigorous sea trials, Russia's Admiral Nakhimov battlecruiser has successfully returned to port.
This impressive warship has undergone substantial upgrades, replacing outdated Soviet-era equipment with cutting-edge technologies.
Equipped with state-of-the-art precision-guided munitions and enhanced defense capabilities, it stands as the largest surface combatant globally, significantly strengthening Russia's naval influence in far-off waters.