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China’s new nuke posture puts US on notice and world on the brink
According to the latest China Military Power Report by the U.S. Department of Defense, China is transitioning from a minimalist nuclear deterrent strategy towards a more trigger-happy stance marked by...
Beijing's Nuclear Upgrade: Transitioning to Pre-Warning Launch
China appears to be shifting its nuclear strategy towards a pre-warning launch posture as part of its ongoing nuclear modernization efforts. This change is seen as an escalation in the region's milita...
Nuclear game changer: China builds crab-walking electric ICBM mobile launcher prototype
Chinese researchers have developed an electric-drive, modular and intelligent heavy vehicle that can function as a mobile launcher for intercontinental ballistic missiles (ICBMs). The prototype, which...
China Adopts 'Warning Attack' Strategy and Expands Nuclear Warhead Manufacturing Capability
China has reportedly adopted a new military doctrine known as the 'warning attack', which entails launching an offensive response upon receiving enemy warnings of imminent attacks. The country is also...
Pentagon: China Deployed Over 100 Nuclear-Capable Missiles Targeting the United States
The Pentagon has reported that China has deployed over one hundred nuclear-capable missiles capable of striking the United States. This development signals a significant expansion in China's military ...
Pentagon: China has deployed over 100 LRTBMs in underground silos
According to Pentagon sources, China has reportedly deployed more than one hundred Land-Based Strategic Ballistic Missiles (LRTBM) into underground launch facilities. This move is seen as an increase ...
China Preparing To Surpass 1000 Nuclear Warheads By 2030 - Pentagon Concerned
According to sources within the US Department of Defense, China is rapidly increasing its nuclear arsenal and could surpass 1,000 deployed nuclear warheads by 2030. This growth raises significant conc...
Pentagon Says China Has Loaded Over 100 Intercontinental Ballistic Missiles in Silos
The Pentagon claims that China has deployed more than 100 intercontinental ballistic missiles (ICBMs) into silo-based launchers. This indicates a significant advancement and expansion of Chinese nucle...
Putin Announces Completion of SKIF Device Development
Russian President Vladimir Putin has announced that Russia has completed work on developing the SKIF device, which is reportedly aimed at advancing cyber capabilities and countering Western technologi...
Russia Fires Nuclear-Capable Missile
Russia has launched a nuclear-capable missile during military exercises, signaling an increase in strategic force preparedness and capability demonstrations....
Operation Sindoor: How India Dismantled Pakistan's Nuclear Bluff In 2025
Describes Operation Sindoor (May 6-10, 2025), a 88-hour campaign where India demonstrated the ineffectiveness of Pakistan’s nuclear doctrine of 'Full Spectrum Deterrence,' which uses the threat of esc...
Nuclear weapons in the strategy of the Russian Federation (Part I)
The recent aggression by the Russian Federation against Ukraine has brought nuclear weapons back into strategic discussions globally and particularly in Europe. This shift is a direct consequence of R...
China Is Shifting Its Nuclear Forces to Swifter Footing: Pentagon
The Pentagon has indicated that China might be enhancing its strategic nuclear capabilities by making adjustments aimed at enabling quicker deployment of its nuclear arsenal. This development is signi...
Extended Deterrence and Strategic Depth
Authors R. Peters and C.M. Leah discuss the rise of nuclear competition amidst the collapse of arms control agreements, signaling an era of renewed great power conflict....
Titbits - China Transfers 100 Submarine-Launched Ballistic Missiles to 'Northern Gate'
China has reportedly transferred around 100 submarine-launched ballistic missiles to the strategic location known as 'Northern Gate'. The move is seen as part of its expanding nuclear and maritime def...
Exposé: China Transfers 100 Submarine-Launched Nuclear Missiles to 'Northern Gate'
China has reportedly transferred 100 submarine-launched nuclear missiles at an unspecified location referred to as the 'Northern Gate'. The nature and strategic significance of this move are unclear, ...
India’s S-5 SSBN Programme Advances with Reports of Twelve MIRV-Equipped ICBMs for Extended Range Deterrence
India is advancing its nuclear triad by progressing the S-5 class ballistic missile submarine (SSBN) program. This development includes reports about twelve Multiple Independently-targetable Reentry V...
Doomsday Plane Lands in Los Angeles: Historic First for U.S. Nuclear Command
The Doomsday plane has made its historic first landing at Los Angeles Air Force Base, marking a significant milestone for the United States' nuclear command and control operations. This move is intend...
Want an explanation for China’s nuclear build-up? It’s not in the new white paper
China recently published an arms control white paper which did not provide any explanation or plan regarding its ongoing nuclear expansion, raising concerns and disappointment among observers....
Pentagon Launches 'Doomsday Plane' as Part of Tour
The Pentagon has launched the EC-135N 'Looking Glass' airborne command post aircraft, known colloquially as the 'Doomsday Plane', for a scheduled mission which includes showcasing and maintaining read...
Doomsday Plane Seen Over Los Angeles Skies After 51 Years, What Does It Signal?
The Doomsday plane has been sighted over the skies of Los Angeles for the first time in 51 years. This occurrence has sparked questions and speculation about its significance....
The 'New' Nuclear Age Is Not New
Paul Bracken of RUSI discusses the second nuclear age, noting that while there are reframed perspectives on its future dynamics, many characteristics remain similar to those of the first nuclear age....
Nuclear priorities for the Trump administration: A time to decide
This report provides recommendations for the Donald Trump administration on policy and investment decisions regarding strategic competition from a U.S. perspective....