Russian Navy Submarine Fleet

The Russian Navy's submarine fleet includes a variety of vessels designed for strategic deterrence, attack, and reconnaissance. Notably, it operates ballistic missile submarines (SSBNs) armed with nuclear missiles to ensure national security, along with attack submarines (SSNs and SSAs) capable of engaging surface ships, submarines, and land targets. Many are nuclear-powered, enabling long endurance and stealth, making them formidable in underwater combat and nuclear deterrence. The fleet plays a crucial role in Russia’s maritime strategy, maintaining a balance of power through covert operations, defense patrols, and nuclear deterrence capabilities amidst evolving global security dynamics.