Putin Launches Nuclear-Powered Submarine Perm in Arctic

On March 27, President Vladimir Putin launched the nuclear-powered submarine 'Perm,' equipped with hypersonic Zircon missiles capable of traveling at several times the speed of sound. The 'Perm' is the first nuclear-powered submarine to have Zircon missiles as a standard feature and is the sixth in the Yasen and Yasen-M classes built by the Sevmash shipyard. Putin emphasized that the submarine will enhance Russia's maritime security and protect national interests, particularly in strategic regions like the Arctic. This launch is part of Russia's broader military strategy to expand its presence in the Arctic, where it plans to bolster its military forces and introduce more advanced submarines by 2030. The Zircon missile, known for its speed and precision, has already been deployed in attacks against Ukraine. Additionally, Russia is enhancing its Northern Fleet with new Borei-class submarines as part of its strategic deterrence capabilities.