Russian Yasen-M class submarine Perm to integrate Zircon hypersonic missiles by late 2026

The Russian Navy is scheduled to commission the Perm, a Yasen-M class nuclear-powered cruise missile submarine, with operational Zircon hypersonic missile capabilities by the end of 2026. This deployment marks a significant enhancement in Russia's sea-based strategic strike capacity, though procurement timelines for Russian naval assets frequently face delays.