A Sunken Russian ‘Titanium’ Nuclear Attack Submarine Is Leaking Radioactive Material

19FortyFive·Mar 25

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A sunken russian nuclear attack submarine is reportedly leaking radioactive material. The submarine, which has been on the seabed for decades, is said to be a soviet-era titanium vessel, with some outlets identifying it as the K-278 Komsomolets. The extent and implications of the radiation leak are not entirely clear, with various outlets describing the situation as a ongoing issue.

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