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Russia Deploys Warships, Including Nuclear Submarine, to Caribbean Next Week Amid Ukraine Tensions

Jun 6, 2024, 07:52 PM

Russia is deploying air and sea assets, including bombers and warships, to the Caribbean for military exercises. These exercises are expected to involve partnerships with Cuba and Venezuela. The deployment includes four Russian warships, one of which is a nuclear submarine, and is seen as a projection of global power. This move comes amid heightened tensions with Ukraine, suggesting a broader strategic maneuver by Russia. U.S. officials have acknowledged the deployment and its potential implications. The deployment is expected to occur next week, possibly under the guise of freedom of navigation.