Putin’s New Obsession: Inside Russia’s $3 Billion Yasen-M Submarine — The Seawolf of the East?

Описание: Why is Putin suddenly so focused on Russia’s nuclear submarines? In just two days, he visited two Yasen-M class vessels—the Arkhangelsk and *Perm*—marking an unprecedented show of attention toward the Russian Navy. The Yasen-M isn’t just another submarine; it’s the crown jewel of Russia’s undersea fleet—massive, stealthy, and armed with Kalibr and Zircon missiles. With a 10,000-ton displacement, advanced sonar arrays, and multi-role strike capability, it rivals America’s Seawolf and Virginia classes. But here’s the question—can Russia afford to build more of these billion-dollar behemoths while fighting a costly war?