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Russia says it used nuclear-capable missile to strike western Ukraine
Russia has claimed that it utilized a nuclear-capable missile in an attack on western Ukraine. This statement escalates the rhetoric and potential severity of the ongoing conflict....
Putin launches nuclear-capable 'Oreshnik' missile at Ukraine
Russian President Vladimir Putin has deployed the newly unveiled 'Oreshnik', described as a nuclear-capable and high-speed (approximately 8,000 mph) missile, to target Ukrainian positions. Details abo...
New Challenge for US: Pentagon Reports China Record-Breaking Buildup of Nuclear Arsenal
The United States faces a new challenge in its strategic relationship with China as the Pentagon reports that Beijing is rapidly expanding its nuclear arsenal on an unprecedented scale. This buildup u...
UK Defence Minister Was Minutes Away From Russian Nuclear-Capable Missile Strike
A statement by Firstpost reports that a UK defence minister was nearly targeted by Russian nuclear-capable missiles. The exact details of the incident are not provided in the title but suggest an alar...
Belarus hosts nuclear-capable Russian missiles despite talk of US thaw
Russia has deployed nuclear-capable Oreshnik missiles in Belarus, highlighting Belarus's continued involvement in Russia's military operations despite discussions between the US and Minsk to improve r...
US Energy Secretary: Considering Conducting Nuclear Test
The US Energy Secretary has announced that they are considering conducting a nuclear test. The statement did not provide specific details about why such a measure is being considered or the potential ...
Russia Fires Nuclear-Capable Missile
Newsradio 92.7 WBEX reports that Russia has launched a nuclear-capable missile as part of military exercises or in response to perceived threats, though specific details are vague....
Russia Fires Nuclear-Capable Missile
Russia has conducted a launch involving a missile capable of carrying nuclear warheads. The exact model and purpose of the test are not specified....
Russia Fires Nuclear-Capable Missile
Russia has reportedly fired a nuclear-capable missile during military exercises. The details of the deployment and specific type of missile are not specified....
Nuclear weapon exit from MHP: Turkey must start its own program
The news discusses statements made by members of the Nationalist Movement Party (MHP) regarding nuclear weapons and suggests that Turkey should initiate its own nuclear weapons program due to perceive...
Russia Fires Nuclear-Capable Missile
A report suggests that Russia has launched a nuclear-capable missile, indicating an escalation in current tensions....
Russia Fires Nuclear-Capable Missile
According to a report by NewsRadio 104.9 WBUV, Russia has conducted a test firing of a missile capable of carrying nuclear warheads....
Russia Fires Nuclear-Capable Missile
Russia has launched a missile that is capable of carrying nuclear warheads during an unspecified military exercise. The action follows recent escalations and heightened tensions in Eastern Europe....
Russia Fires Nuclear-Capable Missile
Russia has launched a nuclear-capable missile as part of military exercises or under certain strategic circumstances. This action underscores Russia's readiness and capability within its strategic ars...
Russia Uses Nuclear-Capable Missile Near Ukraine's Border With EU and NATO
Russia has reportedly deployed a nuclear-capable missile close to the border between Ukraine and neighboring countries allied with or members of the European Union (EU) and North Atlantic Treaty Organ...
Belarus boasts of tactical nukes that can reach four European capitals
Belarus has reportedly equipped adapted Chinese tactical missile launchers with nuclear warheads, claiming that these missiles can reach four major European capitals. Russian specialists are suspected...
Russia's Nuclear-Capable ORESHNIK Missiles Enter Active Service, Says Moscow
The Russian military has announced that nuclear-capable ORESHNIK missiles have been deployed into active service according to official statements from Moscow....
Russia Puts Nuclear-Capable Missile on 'Combat Duty' in Belarus
Russia has placed nuclear-capable Iskander missiles on combat duty in Belarus as part of its strategic military movements amid tensions with the West....
Russia moves its nuclear-capable missiles closer to Europe by deploying weapons in Belarus
Russia has reportedly moved nuclear-capable missiles into Belarus, bringing these weapons closer to European borders. This action escalates tensions and signals a significant strategic move in the reg...
Russia Claims Transfer of Nuclear-Capable Missile System to Belarus
Russian officials are claiming the deployment of a strategic nuclear-capable missile system within the borders of Belarus. This move is considered significant in light of ongoing tensions between Russ...
China expands nuclear warhead manufacturing capacity, research finds
New studies reveal that China has been increasing its capability to produce nuclear warheads, marking a significant enhancement in its nuclear arsenal capabilities....
Russia likely moving nuclear hypersonic missiles that are hard to intercept to Belarus
US researchers have analyzed satellite imagery and concluded that Russia may be deploying new nuclear-capable hypersonic missiles at an eastern Belarusian airbase. This move could enhance Russia's cap...
NORTH KOREA UNVEILS FIRST NUCLEAR-ARMED SUBMARINE: How effectively could it strike the United States?
North Korea has announced the unveiling of its first nuclear-armed submarine capable of launching long-range missiles, raising questions about the potential effectiveness of such a deployment against ...
Pentagon Claims China Plans To Have More Than A Thousand Warheads By 2030
The Pentagon has raised concerns over China's nuclear expansion, suggesting that Beijing plans to surpass the one-thousand warhead mark by the year 2030. This statement is seen as a significant shift ...
The Year That Took India and Pakistan to the Brink
India and Pakistan navigated their most severe diplomatic crisis in decades amid heightened tensions and several skirmishes due to unresolved border disputes, particularly over Kashmir. The nuclear st...
China deploys DF-31 nuclear missiles in Inner Mongolia: range covers Moscow and Vladivostok
Recent reports suggest China has deployed DF-31 intercontinental ballistic missiles within its territory of Inner Mongolia. The strategic deployment allows these missile systems to target significant ...
Pentagon: China has deployed over 100 intercontinental missiles
The Pentagon reports that China has placed more than one hundred intercontinental ballistic missiles (ICBMs) at readiness status, indicating a significant expansion of its strategic nuclear arsenal. T...
China Deploys Over 100 New ICBMs from Missile Silos? Pentagon Says It Has No Interest in Arms Control Talks - Beijing Responds… | International
Recent intelligence suggests that China has deployed over a hundred new intercontinental ballistic missiles (ICBMs) in silo-based systems, expanding its nuclear arsenal. The US Department of Defense h...
China Expands Nuclear Arsenal with Over 100 New ICBMs
According to recently released figures from the U.S. Department of Defense's annual report on China's military developments, China has added over 100 new intercontinental ballistic missiles (ICBMs) to...
China Loaded More Than 100 ICBMs and Refuses Arms Control Talks According to Pentagon Report
A recent Pentagon report highlights that China has deployed more than 100 intercontinental ballistic missiles (ICBMs) without engaging in arms control discussions. The report underscores concerns abou...
Nuclear Power Amasses Intercontinental Missiles: Report Indicates Over a Hundred Have Been Deployed
A report suggests that an unspecified nuclear power has deployed over one hundred intercontinental missiles. The precise identity of the nation and details surrounding these deployments have not been ...
Pentagon Report: China May Have Deployed Nearly 100 Intercontinental Ballistic Missiles
According to recent reports from the Pentagon, China might have deployed around 96 intercontinental ballistic missiles (ICBMs). This development highlights an accelerated expansion of Chinese nuclear ...
Pentagon Claims: China Has Deployed Over 100 Intercontinental Ballistic Missiles in Silos
The Pentagon has claimed that China has deployed more than 100 intercontinental ballistic missiles (ICBMs) in silos, indicating a significant increase in nuclear capabilities. This development is view...
Pentagon: China Deploys Over 100 Intercontinental Ballistic Missiles
The Pentagon has reported that China has deployed over 100 intercontinental ballistic missiles. This deployment underscores a significant expansion in Chinese strategic nuclear capabilities, highlight...
Pentagon: China Loaded 100 Intercontinental Ballistic Missiles...Continuing to Expand its Nuclear Arsenal
The Pentagon has reported that China has loaded approximately 100 intercontinental ballistic missiles and continues to expand its nuclear arsenal. This development signals ongoing advancements in Chin...
“Catastrophic consequences”: Russia warns of nuclear escalation, accusing NATO of pushing world toward dangerous threshold
Russia’s Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov issues stern warnings about potential catastrophic outcomes if the Western military alliance pushes the global situation towards breaking points on nucl...
Lukashenko: Russian nuclear-capable Oreshnik missiles now in Belarus
Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko has announced that Russia's nuclear-capable Oreshnik missile systems are now present in the country. Russian President Vladimir Putin previously stated that t...
Medvedev Released Video of Orlan-MK Drone: Europe Wants War, This Will Get It
Russian Deputy Prime Minister Yuriy Borisov and Defence Minister Sergei Shoigu have been testing the Orlan-MK drone, which Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov claims can be equipped with nuclear we...
Russia Fires Nuclear-Capable Missile
There has been an event reported where Russia launched a nuclear-capable missile, though specific details such as target and purpose remain unspecified....
Russia Fires Nuclear-Capable Missile
Russian authorities have reportedly launched a nuclear-capable missile as part of military exercises. This action has garnered significant attention and speculation about potential strategic intention...
Russia Fires Nuclear-Capable Missile
No specific details are provided about the firing of a nuclear-capable missile by Russia beyond the title....
Russia Fires Nuclear-Capable Missile
The Russian military has launched a nuclear-capable missile as part of a military exercise, according to reports. This test highlights Russia's ongoing efforts in maintaining and displaying its strate...
Russia Fires Nuclear-Capable Missile
Russia has launched a nuclear-capable missile as part of military exercises intended to demonstrate its strategic capabilities and readiness....
Russia Fires Nuclear-Capable Missile
Talk radio station 105.9 reported that Russia has fired a nuclear-capable missile, though no official statement corroborating this information has been released from Russian or international defense s...
Russia Fires Nuclear-Capable Missile
Russia has launched a nuclear-capable missile during military drills, signaling its readiness and capability as part of strategic defense exercises....
Russia Fires Nuclear-Capable Missile
According to recent reports from News Radio 94.3 WSC, Russia has launched a nuclear-capable missile as part of military exercises or possibly in response to geopolitical tensions. Details on the speci...
Resnik's Strike on Lviv on January 8, 2026 - Capable of Carrying Nuclear Weapons
The article discusses an alleged strike against the Ukrainian city of Lviv involving missiles that are capable of carrying nuclear warheads. The date mentioned suggests a speculative or future event w...
Trump: Nuclear Arms Treaty with Russia Expires and Should Include China
President Trump has stated that the U.S.-Russia nuclear arms control treaty will expire as scheduled unless China joins the agreement. The president's comments highlight a shift in approach towards bi...
Why the US should resume testing its nuclear arsenal
The article suggests that resuming nuclear tests could be justified due to the current status of America's aging nuclear arsenal and increasing security challenges....
What North Korea’s missile test after Maduro arrest says about Kim’s denuclearisation stance
North Korea conducted multiple missile tests following the arrest of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and actions against Iran, indicating Pyongyang's cautionary stance on the need for nuclear dete...
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