Russia Claims To Have Tested Poseidon Nuclear UUV, Is The Threat Real?
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Also known as the Status-6 Oceanic Multipurpose System, with the NATO reporting name “Kanyon,” the Poseidon is an unmanned underwater vehicle that was developed to bypass missile defense systems and deliver a nuclear warhead against coastal target getty Russian President Vladimir Putin praised the capabilities of the Poseidon nuclear-powered underwater nuclear-capable torpedo, following a test last month. Also known as the Status-6 Oceanic Multipurpose System, with the NATO reporting name “Kanyon,” it is an unmanned underwater vehicle that was developed to bypass missile defense systems and deliver a nuclear warhead against coastal targets, naval bases and even aircraft carrier strike groups. Named for the Greek god of the sea, earthquakes, and horses, Poseidon reportedly is able to operate at depths up to 1,000 meters, or 3,300 feet, while it can travel upwards of 100 knots, meaning it could be challenging to detect, and even more difficult to intercept. Russian officials, including Putin, have claimed it could employ autonomous navigation with pre-programmed routes and even operate without direct human control. Most worrisome is that some reports suggest it would have a potential yield of up to 100 megatons. It is thus fitting that this devastating weapon is named for the Greek god also known as the “Earth Shaker,” yet it likely wasn’t lost on the Kremlin that Poseidon was also known for having a violent and vengeful disposition. “Poseidon’s capacity significantly exceeds that of Sarmat,” Putin told Russian Special Forces personnel at a meeting earlier this week, comparing the UUV to the Sarmat intercontinental ballistic missile. “You are fighting on the frontline, risking your lives,” Putin added, per a report from Russian state news agency TASS. “And you certainly think about what you are doing it for and to what extent the nation is capable of continuing your efforts, as you…
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