The Russian President was accused of antagonising Washington as the Admiral Gorshkov – one of the country’s best vessels – paid a two-day visit to Havana, Cuba, earlier this week. The frigate, capable of carrying missiles that could hit the US within six minutes from Havana, had the US Navy scrambling after it turned up in Cuban waters in what many believe to be a show of strength from Putin. Having sent a US Navy ship to shadow the Admiral’s every move, however, US President Donald Trump may be further on edge when he hears that the warship is on its way to Venezuela.
Shipping paths seen by Express.co.uk reveal that a Russian tanker associated with the powerful Admiral Gorshkov – ‘Kama’ – appears to be on its way to Caracas from Cuba.
As the slowest of the small Russian fleet – which includes the frigate as well as two support ships – the Kama often travels first so it can stock up on fuel for the others.
It is now reportedly refuelling in Trinidad and Tobago – which is less than seven miles off the north east coast of Venezuela.
The US Navy are on high alert after Admiral Gorshkov docked in Cuba (Image: GETTY)
The tanker, Kama, was seen heading in the direction of Caracas (Image: Twitter/@hdevreij)
Defence expert Hans de Vreij said: “The Russian frigate Gorshkov and two of its support vessels (Elbrus and Nikolay Chiker) are currently visiting Havana.
“The associated tanker Kama has been 'visible' heading for Caracas, Venezuela.
“Guess that is where Gorshkov will be visiting next.”
The move will
