Two Russian naval ships docked on July 2 in Venezuela after leaving Cuba. Moscow's Defense Ministry said the main aim of the ship's visit to the region was to "show the flag and ensure a naval presence in operationally important areas" of the Atlantic Ocean. It said that the frigate Admiral Gorshkov -- one of Russia's most advanced warships capable of carrying hypersonic missiles -- and oil tanker Academic Pashin, both from its Northern Fleet, docked in La Guaira. The ships visited Cuba last month along with a Russian nuclear-powered submarine.
Russian Northern Fleet Ships Arrive In Venezuela
The Russian Navy frigate Admiral Gorshkov arrives at the port of Havana in June 2019. (file photo)