Putin attended the flag-raising ceremony for the entry of nuclear submarines
Russian President Vladimir Putin attended the flag-raising ceremony for the entry of nuclear submarines. Putin said that the nuclear submarines "Alexander III" and "Krasnoyarsk" will soon be on duty at the Pacific Fleet. A number of strategic nuclear submarines, including the USS Alexander III, are equipped with Bulava intercontinental ballistic missiles. Putin stressed that Russia will continue to increase its naval strength and provide the Navy with the most advanced technology and equipment. The Arkhangelsk nuclear submarine is in the final stage of outfitting.