Current Affairs - International - Discussion

Russia has introduced Poseidon, a nuclear-powered and nuclear-armed underwater drone capable of creating massive radioactive tsunamis near enemy coastlines. Announced by President Vladimir Putin, the Poseidon—formerly known as Status-6—is a next-generation strategic weapon intended to deter large-scale attacks. It features a compact nuclear reactor that is about 100 times smaller than those found in standard submarines, giving it remarkable endurance and stealth capabilities. The weapon underscores Russia’s focus on developing autonomous and nuclear-based defence systems, marking a significant escalation in global undersea warfare and strategic deterrence technologies.