What is RS-26 Rubezh intercontinental ballistic missile or ICBM, range and can Russians really launch it?
1 month ago

What is RS-26 Rubezh intercontinental ballistic missile or ICBM, range and can Russians really launch it?

India TV News  

New Delhi: In a major development, Russia launched an intercontinental ballistic missile during an attack on Ukraine on Thursday. Intercontinental ballistic missiles are strategic weapons designed to deliver nuclear warheads and are an important part of Russia's nuclear deterrent. RS-26 Rubezh missile According to Defence Express, the RS-26 "Rubezh" missile is designed for delivering nuclear warheads. Range of RS-26 Rubezh missile The precise specifications of the RS-26 remain unclear, but it is estimated to have a starting weight of 40-50 tons, a range of up to 5,700-6,000 km, and the ability to carry four separate warheads with a yield of 0.3 Mt each, similar to those on the RS-24 "Yars." Later, Ukraine's Ukrainska Pravda media outlet reported that the intercontinental ballistic missile that Ukraine says was fired was an RS-26 Rubezh.

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Behind Putin's nuclear bluster lies a desire for peace
1 week, 6 days ago

Behind Putin's nuclear bluster lies a desire for peace

Firstpost  

While Vladimir Putin tries to demonstrate to the entire world his willingness to start a nuclear war, even recognised ‘hawks’ among pro-Kremlin analysts do not conceal the fact that they hope for peace It seems that neither the Kremlin nor analysts close to it believe in the real possibility of a new world war, although they use it actively in …

Russia has used Putin’s Oreshnik missile for the first time. Why now?
2 weeks ago

Russia has used Putin’s Oreshnik missile for the first time. Why now?

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. open image in gallery Russian President Vladimir Putin makes …

Russia has used its hypersonic Oreshnik missile for the first time. What are its capabilities?
2 weeks ago

Russia has used its hypersonic Oreshnik missile for the first time. What are its capabilities?

Associated Press  

The silent black-and-white surveillance camera video of the Russian missile attack in the Ukrainian city of Dnipro was brief but chilling: Six huge fireballs pierced the darkness and slammed into the ground at astonishing speed. Putin said the missile was called the “Oreshnik” — Russian for “hazelnut tree.” A look at the weapon, how it fits into Moscow’s battle plan …

Russia deploys hypersonic Oreshnik missile for first time: Its key capabilities
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2 weeks ago

Russia deploys hypersonic Oreshnik missile for first time: Its key capabilities

India Today  

The silent black-and-white surveillance camera video of the Russian missile attack in the Ukrainian city of Dnipro was brief but chilling: Six huge fireballs pierced the darkness and slammed into the ground at astonishing speed. Putin said the missile was called the “Oreshnik” — Russian for “hazelnut tree.” A look at the weapon, how it fits into Moscow’s battle plan …

Charred remains of Vladimir Putin's 8,370mph hypersonic Oreshnik missile retrieved by Ukraine after despot's boasts that 'no one in the world has such weapons'
4 weeks, 1 day ago

Charred remains of Vladimir Putin's 8,370mph hypersonic Oreshnik missile retrieved by Ukraine after despot's boasts that 'no one in the world has such weapons'

Daily Mail  

The charred remains of Putin's hypersonic Oreshnik missile have been retrieved by Ukraine after the despot boasted that 'no one in the world has such weapons'. Fragments of a rocket which struck Dnipro on November 21 are seen at a center for forensic analysis in an undisclosed location in Ukraine, November 24 Pieces of the nuclear-capable weapon were found scorched …

Ukraine-Russia war: What is an intercontinental ballistic missile and how many does Russia have?
4 weeks, 1 day ago

Ukraine-Russia war: What is an intercontinental ballistic missile and how many does Russia have?

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Initally, Ukraine suggested an intercontinental ballistic missile had been …

Russia’s Ballistic Missile Attack on Ukraine Is an Alarming First
1 month ago

Russia’s Ballistic Missile Attack on Ukraine Is an Alarming First

Wired  

Two days ago, Russian president Vladimir Putin announced a change in the country's policy for employing nuclear weapons in conflict. Then, on Thursday, Russia attacked the Ukrainian city of Dnipro with a new type of ballistic missile capable of one day delivering multiple nuclear warheads to distant targets with little warning. In a rare televised statement Thursday, Putin said he …

What do we know about Putin’s ‘experimental’ ballistic missile?
1 month ago

What do we know about Putin’s ‘experimental’ ballistic missile?

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Vladimir Putin has claimed Moscow …

Russia-Ukraine war is escalating: What changed in last six days?
1 month ago

Russia-Ukraine war is escalating: What changed in last six days?

Firstpost  

Russia on Thursday claimed to have shot down two UK-made Storm Cruise Shadow cruise missiles from Ukraine and Vladimir Putin is warning the West. A subsequent report from Russia’s state news agency TASS said Russian air defence forces had shot down 85 drones and five ballistic missiles launched by Ukraine in the past 24 hours. “We will continue to provide …

Russia's hits Ukraine's Dnipro with hypersonic ballistic missile in response to ATACM attack: What it means
1 month ago

Russia's hits Ukraine's Dnipro with hypersonic ballistic missile in response to ATACM attack: What it means

Op India  

In what would be the first use of such a potent nuclear-capable weapon in the more than 1,000-day war Ukraine Air Force claimed on Thursday that Russia had fired an intercontinental ballistic missile towards the Ukrainian city of Dnipro. Russian President Vladimir Putin, however, responded to the Ukrainian Air Force’s allegations by saying that Russia launched a hypersonic medium-range ballistic …

Not an ICBM: What is the Oreshnik ballistic missile that Russia fired against Ukraine?
1 month ago

Not an ICBM: What is the Oreshnik ballistic missile that Russia fired against Ukraine?

Firstpost  

Russia on Thursday fired a missile at Ukraine’s Dnipro area, prompting Kyiv to say it was an intercontinental ballistic missile. On Thursday, after Ukraine accused Russia of firing a longer-range intercontinental ballistic missile — a first during this long war — Russian President Vladimir Putin in an address to his countrymen and the world confirmed that Moscow had fired an …

Putin Says Russia Fired Ballistic Missile At Ukraine, Warns 'More Could Follow'
1 month ago

Putin Says Russia Fired Ballistic Missile At Ukraine, Warns 'More Could Follow'

ABP News  

Russian President Vladimir Putin has said Moscow struck a Ukrainian military facility with a new medium-range, hypersonic ballistic missile, known as "Oreshnik" and warned that more could follow. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy called out the use of the new missile saying it amounted to a "clear and severe escalation" in the war and called for strong worldwide condemnation. Initially, Kyiv …

Russia sends ballistic warning
1 month ago

Russia sends ballistic warning

ABC  

Luke Siddham-Dundon: Russia has again sent a strong warning to Ukraine's nuclear-powered backers. Kathleen O'Connor: In Ukraine's south-east, the city of Dnipro has become a testing ground for a new Russian weapon. But later, in a televised address, Russia's President Vladimir Putin claimed it was a new medium-range non-nuclear hypersonic missile. Kathleen O'Connor: It comes after the US and UK …

What do we know about Russia’s new ballistic missile, Oreshnik?
1 month ago

What do we know about Russia’s new ballistic missile, Oreshnik?

Al Jazeera  

Moscow says the Oreshnik, a nuclear-capable weapon, was used in an attack on Ukraine amid escalating tensions. The Pentagon said it is based on the “RS-26 Rubezh” intercontinental ballistic missile. “The main message is that the reckless decisions and actions of Western countries, which produce missiles, supply them to Ukraine, and subsequently take part in carrying out strikes on Russian …

Analysis: Russia’s nuclear-capable missile is a clear departure from the Cold War doctrine of deterrence
1 month ago

Analysis: Russia’s nuclear-capable missile is a clear departure from the Cold War doctrine of deterrence

CNN  

CNN — Russia’s use of a nuclear-capable ballistic missile on Thursday is the latest escalation in the Ukraine war. “To my knowledge, yes, it’s the first time MIRV has been used in combat,” Hans Kristensen, the director of the Nuclear Information Project at the Federation of American Scientists, said. Video Ad Feedback Video appears to show the moment of impact …

Putin says Russia tested new intermediate range missile in strike on Ukraine
Top News
1 month ago

Putin says Russia tested new intermediate range missile in strike on Ukraine

Deccan Chronicle  

Kyiv: Russian President Vladimir Putin said that Russia has tested a new intermediate range missile in a strike on Ukraine on Thursday, and warned that Moscow could use it against countries that have allowed Kyiv to use their missiles to strike Russia. Putin said in a nationwide TV address that the Russian strike on Ukraine on Thursday came in response …

Viral video claims Russian official told ‘to remain silent’ on ICBM strike on Ukraine
1 month ago

Viral video claims Russian official told ‘to remain silent’ on ICBM strike on Ukraine

Hindustan Times  

Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova allegedly received a phone call during a press conference on Thursday, where “higher officials” instructed her to not speak about the launch of an intercontinental ballistic missile by Moscow during an attack on Ukraine, Kyiv Post reported. ICBM attack on Ukraine Ukraine on Thursday alleged that Russia launched an intercontinental ballistic missile overnight targeting …

What is intercontinental ballistic missile that Ukraine claims Russia fired?
1 month ago

What is intercontinental ballistic missile that Ukraine claims Russia fired?

Firstpost  

Ukraine’s air force has accused Russia of launching an intercontinental ballistic missile from the Astrakhan region overnight on its city of Dnipro. Experts say the choice of Moscow’s strike and the alleged use of the powerful long-range weapon could be a ‘message’ for the West Ukraine says Russia fired an intercontinental ballistic missile in its central-eastern city of Dnipro overnight, …

Russia fires nuclear-capable intercontinental ballistic missile at Ukraine for first time: What is ICBM
Top News
1 month ago

Russia fires nuclear-capable intercontinental ballistic missile at Ukraine for first time: What is ICBM

Live Mint  

In yet another sign of an escalating war between the two countries which has been going on for over 1,000 days, Russia on Thursday fired an intercontinental ballistic missile at Ukraine, for the first time. The development comes just two days after Vladimir Putin signed a revised nuclear doctrine that formally lowers the threshold for Moscow's use of nuclear weapons, …

Russia fires intercontinental ballistic missile at Ukraine, claims Kyiv
Top News
1 month ago

Russia fires intercontinental ballistic missile at Ukraine, claims Kyiv

Hindustan Times  

Russia launched an intercontinental ballistic missile during an attack on Ukraine, marking the first use of such a powerful, nuclear-capable weapon in the ongoing conflict, Reuters quoted Ukraine's air force. Russian missile attack Intercontinental ballistic missiles are strategic weapons primarily designed to carry nuclear warheads and form a key part of Russia's nuclear deterrent. Russia also launched a Kinzhal hypersonic …

Russia Fires Intercontinental Ballistic Missile At Ukraine For First Time
1 month ago

Russia Fires Intercontinental Ballistic Missile At Ukraine For First Time

ABP News  

Ukraine on Thursday said that Russia has fired intercontinental ballistic missile at the country for the first time since its inception. Western Official Denies Ukraine Claim Shortly after the Ukrainian allegations, Western official have denied the claim that Russia has fired an intercontinental ballistic missile. "It was instead a ballistic missile, which was aimed at Dnipro, in Ukraine’s southeast," a …

Putin says Russia attacked Ukraine with a new missile that he claims the West can’t stop
1 month ago

Putin says Russia attacked Ukraine with a new missile that he claims the West can’t stop

Associated Press  

The Kremlin fired a new intermediate-range ballistic missile at Ukraine on Thursday in response to Kyiv’s use this week of American and British missiles capable of striking deeper into Russia, President Vladimir Putin said. “We believe that we have the right to use our weapons against military facilities of the countries that allow to use their weapons against our facilities,” …

November 21, 2024 - Russia-Ukraine news
54 years, 11 months ago

November 21, 2024 - Russia-Ukraine news

CNN  

A view shows a site of a Russian missile strike in Dnipro, Ukraine, on November 21. Mykola Synelnykov/Reuters Russian President Vladimir Putin said Thursday that Russia carried out a strike with a “ballistic missile with a non-nuclear hypersonic warhead” with a medium range on the Ukrainian city of Dnipro. Here’s what else you need to know: Putin’s warning: “We consider …

Putin says Russia attacked Ukraine with new intermediate ballistic missile
Top News
1 month ago

Putin says Russia attacked Ukraine with new intermediate ballistic missile

Al Jazeera  

President Vladimir Putin says Russian forces have fired a new intermediate-range ballistic missile at Ukraine, in response to Kyiv’s use this week of US and UK-made missiles in attacks on targets in Russia. In a televised address, President Vladimir Putin said Russia had tested a hypersonic intermediate-range missile in a strike on Ukraine in response to the aggressive actions of …

Russian ballistic missile allegedly targets Ukraine’s Dnipro: Video sparks global concern | WATCH
Trending News
1 month ago

Russian ballistic missile allegedly targets Ukraine’s Dnipro: Video sparks global concern | WATCH

India TV News  

A video has been released showing what is believed to be a Russian missile strike in the Ukrainian city of Dnipro. Video of the suspected missile launch emerged A video posted online showed a bright light in the sky, reportedly capturing an RS-26 intercontinental ballistic missile being launched from Russia. Specifications : 12 metres long, weighing 36 tons : 12 …

Putin says Russia tested a new intermediate-range ballistic missile on Ukraine
Trending News
1 month ago

Putin says Russia tested a new intermediate-range ballistic missile on Ukraine

NPR  

Putin says Russia tested a new intermediate-range ballistic missile on Ukraine toggle caption Latin America News Agency/Reuters KYIV, Ukraine — Russia fired an experimental intermediate-range ballistic missile at Ukraine overnight, Russian President Vladimir Putin said in a TV speech Thursday, warning that the Kremlin could use it against military installations of countries that have allowed Ukraine to use their missiles …

Ukraine says Russia launched an intercontinental missile in an attack for the first time in the war
1 month ago

Ukraine says Russia launched an intercontinental missile in an attack for the first time in the war

LA Times  

In this photo provided by the Ukrainian Emergency Services on Thursday, rescue workers put out a fire of a burning house damaged by a Russian strike on Dnipro, Ukraine. The attack comes in a week when tensions have repeatedly soared, as the U.S. eased restrictions on Ukraine’s use of American-made longer-range missiles inside Russia and Russian President Vladimir Putin lowered …

Russia spokesperson ordered on call to keep quiet on ICBM strike? Video is viral
1 month ago

Russia spokesperson ordered on call to keep quiet on ICBM strike? Video is viral

India Today  

Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova on Thursday received a phone call in the middle of a press conference where she was allegedly instructed by her higher authorities to not speak about the launch of an intercontinental ballistic missile by Moscow during an attack on Ukraine. In a theatrical presentation likely designed to strike fear into the hearts of naive …

Russia says Ukraine fired US-made tactical missiles at military facility in Bryansk border region
1 month ago

Russia says Ukraine fired US-made tactical missiles at military facility in Bryansk border region

ABC  

Ukraine has fired six US-made missiles at a military facility in Russia's Bryansk border region, the Russian defence ministry says, on the 1,000th day since Russia launched its full scale invasion of Ukraine. Putin lowers threshold for using nuclear weapons Photo shows Vladimir Putin wearing a dark suit, tie and blue shirt sitting emotionless at a wooden desk in front …

Russia says Ukraine fired 6 American-made missiles after US lifts ban
1 month ago

Russia says Ukraine fired 6 American-made missiles after US lifts ban

India Today  

Russia's Defence Ministry said on Tuesday that Ukraine fired six US-made ATACMS missiles at Russia’s Bryansk region, just days after US President Joe Biden eased restrictions on Ukrainian use of American-made weapons in the war. Biden has authorised Ukraine to use US-supplied long-range missiles to strike deeper inside Russia, easing limitations on the weapons. The decision came after Russian President …

Long-range North Korean test missile 'designed to strike US' splashes down near Japan
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Long-range North Korean test missile 'designed to strike US' splashes down near Japan

ABC  

North Korea has test-launched a suspected new long-range missile, which South Korea says was designed to strike the continental United States. North Korea's Kim Jong Un says country will increase number of nuclear weapons Photo shows North Korean leader Kim Jong Un stands at a podium with microphones Kim Jong Un said North Korea is facing a "grave threat" from …

Putin rehearses nuclear WAR: Russia gives terrifying glimpse of WW3 onset by testing missiles capable of unleashing 'massive nuclear strike'
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Putin rehearses nuclear WAR: Russia gives terrifying glimpse of WW3 onset by testing missiles capable of unleashing 'massive nuclear strike'

Daily Mail  

Russian President Vladimir Putin has staged a mock nuclear war, launching scores of missiles capable of unleashing a 'massive' strike in a stark warning to the West. The major new exercises spanned Russia, with Yars intercontinental ballistic missile launches from the Plesetsk Cosmodrome in the northwest to the Kura test range in Kamchatka in the far east. Nuclear-powered submarines, a …

Day after Putin's nuke war warning, Russia tests nuclear ballistic Yars missile
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Day after Putin's nuke war warning, Russia tests nuclear ballistic Yars missile

Hindustan Times  

Russia's defence ministry announced a successful test fire of a Yars intercontinental ballistic nuclear missile on Friday, reported news agency TASS. FILE PHOTO: A Russian Yars intercontinental ballistic missile system drives during a military parade on Victory Day, which marks the 78th anniversary of the victory over Nazi Germany in World War Two, in Red Square in central Moscow, Russia …

Satan II: How deadly are Putin’s nuclear missiles?
1 year, 3 months ago

Satan II: How deadly are Putin’s nuclear missiles?

The Independent  

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Analysis: Ukraine says it stopped a missile Russia said was unstoppable
1 year, 7 months ago

Analysis: Ukraine says it stopped a missile Russia said was unstoppable

CNN  

CNN — Ukraine’s assertion that a US Patriot defense battery took out one of Russia’s most modern ballistic missiles is a notable moment in the conflict, now in its 15th month, Russian President Vladimir Putin and the Russian military have touted the Kinzhal, or Kh-47, as an example of Russia’s modernized missile arsenal, claiming that its hypersonic speed makes it …

Russia starts Yars intercontinental ballistic missile drills
1 year, 8 months ago

Russia starts Yars intercontinental ballistic missile drills

Al Jazeera  

The Yars mobile ICBM system has a reported range of 12,000km and can carry multiple nuclear warheads. Russia has started exercises with the Yars intercontinental ballistic missile system and several thousand troops in what is likely to be seen as another attempt by Moscow to show off its nuclear strength. Russian President Vladimir Putin has aimed to make the Yars …

In Russia-Ukraine war, more disastrous path could lie ahead
1 year, 10 months ago

In Russia-Ukraine war, more disastrous path could lie ahead

Associated Press  

For Russia, it’s been a year of bold charges and bombardments, humiliating retreats and grinding sieges. Major Ukrainian battlefield successes this summer could fuel “significant political turmoil in Russia, because at that point, Putin’s own position within the leadership becomes very, very difficult to see as tenable,” he said. At the same time, if Ukraine fails to reclaim more territory …

Putin says Russia to deploy Sarmat nuclear missiles this year
1 year, 10 months ago

Putin says Russia to deploy Sarmat nuclear missiles this year

Al Jazeera  

Russian president’s statement comes after US reports said the weapon, which was supposed to be deployed last year, failed a recent test. President Vladimir Putin has said the delayed Sarmat intercontinental ballistic missile will be deployed this year, in comments made on the eve of the first anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion of neighbouring Ukraine. During a state of the …

Vladimir Putin vows to strengthen Russia's nuclear forces to guarantee its sovereignty
1 year, 10 months ago

Vladimir Putin vows to strengthen Russia's nuclear forces to guarantee its sovereignty

ABC  

Russian President Vladimir Putin says Moscow will boost its nuclear forces by deploying a much-delayed new intercontinental ballistic missile, rolling out hypersonic missiles and adding new nuclear submarines. Key points: During a speech to mark a Soviet victory public holiday, Mr Putin said Russia needed modernised armed forces to guarantee its sovereignty Mr Putin says the Sarmat silo-based intercontinental ballistic …

When Vladimir Putin is expected to launch ‘unstoppable’ nuclear Satan-2 missile
1 year, 10 months ago

When Vladimir Putin is expected to launch ‘unstoppable’ nuclear Satan-2 missile

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The dates that Russian President …

What’s the state of Russia’s missile arsenal?
2 years, 2 months ago

What’s the state of Russia’s missile arsenal?

LA Times  

Russian jets fly over Red Square during a rehearsal for the Victory Day military parade in Moscow on May 7, 2021. Some analysts believe Russia could be running down its stockpiles of long-range precision weapons as the nearly 8-month-old war drags on and sanctions hit its economy, forcing it to resort to less-accurate missiles. When the Russian military unleashed missile …

Putin says Sarmat ballistic missile to be deployed by end of 2022
2 years, 6 months ago

Putin says Sarmat ballistic missile to be deployed by end of 2022

Al Jazeera  

The Russian missile, capable of carrying nuclear warheads and evading radar, was tested in April amid heightened tensions. The deployment will come as part of a larger build-up of Russia’s military, Putin said, adding that troops have already begun to receive S-500 air defence and missile defence systems “that have no match in the world”. “We will continue to develop …

Russian officer: Missile to carry several hypersonic weapons
2 years, 7 months ago

Russian officer: Missile to carry several hypersonic weapons

Associated Press  

MOSCOW — A new Russian intercontinental ballistic missile is capable of carrying several hypersonic weapons, a senior Russian military officer said Sunday. Col. Gen. Sergei Karakayev, the commander of the Russian military’s Strategic Missile Forces, said in televised remarks that the new Sarmat ICBM is designed to carry several Avangard hypersonic glide vehicles. Russia’s Defense Ministry said the Sarmat was …

Russian officer: Missile to carry several hypersonic weapons
2 years, 7 months ago

Russian officer: Missile to carry several hypersonic weapons

The Independent  

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Russia’s Sarmat and China’s YJ-21: What the missile tests mean
2 years, 8 months ago

Russia’s Sarmat and China’s YJ-21: What the missile tests mean

Al Jazeera  

Both countries have recently tested advanced new weapons, but what could they mean for current and future conflicts? In a public display of force, Russia’s newest heavy long-range missile blasted off on Wednesday from a test silo in Plesetsk, western Russia. The Sarmat’s short initial burn time at launch means that the US’s network of heat-detecting satellites will have a …

Russia tests nuclear-capable missile that Putin calls world's best | WATCH
2 years, 8 months ago

Russia tests nuclear-capable missile that Putin calls world's best | WATCH

India Today  

In a show of strength two months into its assault on Ukraine, Russia test-launched a new nuclear-capable intercontinental ballistic missile which President Vladimir Putin said on Wednesday would make Moscow's enemies stop and think. Announcing the invasion eight weeks ago, Putin made a pointed reference to Russia's nuclear forces and warned the West that any attempt to get in its …

Russia fires new intercontinental ballistic missile amid rising tensions with West
2 years, 8 months ago

Russia fires new intercontinental ballistic missile amid rising tensions with West

ABC  

Russian President Vladimir Putin says a new intercontinental ballistic missile being tested will make the West "think twice" before harbouring aggressive intentions. Key points: The Sarmat launch comes at a moment of extreme tension over the war in Ukraine Vladimir Putin boasts says the ICBM can evade missile defences The missile test follows years of design and funding delays The …

Russia tests new intercontinental ballistic missile, Putin has message for foes
2 years, 8 months ago

Russia tests new intercontinental ballistic missile, Putin has message for foes

Hindustan Times  

Russia said on Wednesday it has successfully tested its new Sarmat intercontinental ballistic missile - a strategic weapon President Vladimir Putin said had no analogues elsewhere and would provide food for thought for those who try to threaten Russia amid the ongoing war with Ukraine, reported news agency Reuters. "I congratulate you on the successful launch of the Sarmat intercontinental …

Sarmat: Russian missile will make enemies think twice, says Putin
2 years, 8 months ago

Sarmat: Russian missile will make enemies think twice, says Putin

Al Jazeera  

The Sarmat is a new heavy intercontinental ballistic missile that Russia is expected to deploy with 10 or more warheads on each. Russia successfully tested the Sarmat intercontinental ballistic missile with President Vladimir Putin boasting the nuclear-capable projectile will make Moscow’s enemies “think twice”. “This truly unique weapon will strengthen the combat potential of our armed forces, reliably ensure the …

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