The Kuznetsov was suppossed to carry them through til they laid down keels on two new Super Carriers in 2025 and 2030.
The Kuznetsov formed the center point of their Black Sea Fleet, without it, they lose a significant ability to power project in that key region and basically become a frigate navy.
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