Admiral Kuznetsov: Russia Built the Worst Aircraft Carrier Ever nationalinterest.org - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from nationalinterest.org Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.
Russia's naval strategy, deeply rooted in its Soviet heritage, faces a critical juncture with its sole aircraft carrier, the Admiral Kuznetsov. Initially launched to mimic American carrier capabilities, the Kuznetsov has struggled with operational challenges and is now an aging relic undergoing extensive repairs.