Putin Reveals Testing of Nuclear-Powered Poseidon Torpedo Amid Ukraine Conflict

Vladimir Putin announced the testing of the nuclear-powered Poseidon torpedo, a significant development in Russias military capabilities amid ongoing tensions from the Ukraine conflict.

• During a visit to a hospital in Moscow, Vladimir Putin revealed that the Poseidon torpedo was successfully tested, marking a crucial advancement in Russias naval capabilities.
• The Poseidon is an autonomous nuclear-capable torpedo designed to create radioactive ocean swells, potentially rendering coastal cities uninhabitable, raising strategic concerns worldwide.
• The test included launching the Poseidon from a carrier submarine, showcasing the integration of its advanced technology and the role of its nuclear reactor in enhancing its operational efficiency.