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The Kazan nuclear-powered submarine, a rescue tug, and a fuel ship arrived at Havana’s harbor with the modern Russian warship Admiral Gorshkov.
In the midst of the ongoing tensions between Moscow and Washington over Ukraine, this visit brought up memories of the Cold War era, when Cuba and Russia enjoyed tight connections.
The opportunity to see such a contemporary Russian vessel up close shocked and fascinated the Cuban people, who were used to standing in line for various requirements.
“I never thought I would see a Russian submarine so up close,” said a Cuban
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The visit was in contrast to the previous several years, when US cruise ships frequently called at the port before President Donald Trump banned them in 2019.
Participants showed excitement and curiosity despite their concerns about boarding, including the prospect of spending more than an hour in the intense Cuban sun.
After some time, a Cuban Navy official permitted boarding, but with restrictions on carrying sharp objects.
