Summary:
- Russia has been trying to build its own version of the powerful Nimitz-class nuclear aircraft carrier used by the United States Navy.
- The project, known as the Ulyanovsk, was started in the 1980s but was eventually abandoned due to the collapse of the Soviet Union and lack of funding.
- Despite the failed attempt, Russia continues to work on developing its naval capabilities, including the construction of smaller aircraft carriers and the modernization of its existing fleet.