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defense2 years ago•2 min saved

Russia Successfully Test-Fires Nuclear-Capable Bulava Missile from New Submarine

Russia successfully test-fired a nuclear-capable Bulava missile from its new Borei-class submarine, Emperor Alexander the Third, off the country's northern coast. The missile, designed to carry up to six nuclear warheads, hit a target thousands of kilometers away on the Kamchatka peninsula. The submarine is part of Russia's efforts to rebuild its nuclear and conventional forces, and the test comes shortly after President Putin signed the withdrawal of Russia's ratification of the global nuclear test ban treaty. The move has strained relations with the US and the European Union, who have been alarmed by Putin's nuclear rhetoric and Moscow's invasion of Ukraine.

via Al Jazeera English|

#bulava #defense #nuclear-missile

international-affairs2 years ago•1 min saved

Russia Demonstrates Nuclear Capabilities with Submarine-Launched Missile

Russia successfully test-fired an intercontinental ballistic missile, capable of carrying nuclear warheads, from one of its submarines. The launch comes as Russia increases its nuclear rhetoric after revoking its ratification of the Comprehensive Nuclear Test Ban Treaty. The missile, called "Bulava," was fired from an undisclosed location in the White Sea and reached its target on the far eastern Kamchatka peninsula. The West has accused Russia of using reckless nuclear rhetoric since its offensive against Ukraine began, and the recent revocation of the treaty has drawn strong criticism from the United States.

via The Moscow Times|

#ballistic-missile #international-affairs #nuclear-test-ban-treaty

international-relations2 years ago•1 min saved

Russia Withdraws from Nuclear Test Ban Treaty: Putin's Decision

Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed a law revoking Russia's ratification of the Comprehensive Nuclear Test Ban Treaty, which outlaws all nuclear explosions, including live tests of nuclear weapons. The treaty never came into force due to the non-ratification by key countries such as the United States and China. The move comes amid accusations of reckless nuclear rhetoric by Russia and Putin's recent statement that he was unsure if Russia would carry out live nuclear tests. The decision has been criticized by the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty Organization (CTBTO) and its head, Robert Floyd, who called it disappointing and regrettable. The treaty, although symbolic, established an international norm against live tests of nuclear weapons.

via Daily Mail|

#international-norm #international-relations #nuclear-test-ban-treaty

international-relations2 years ago•4 min saved

Russia's Changing Stance on Nuclear Test Ban Treaty Raises Concerns

Russia's parliament, the Duma, has passed the first reading to revoke the ratification of the Comprehensive Nuclear Test Ban Treaty (CTBT), with the aim of restoring parity with the United States. While Russia claims it will not resume testing unless the US does, experts are concerned that this move could lead to a new era of big power nuclear testing. The swift passage of the deratification bill suggests Russia may be inching towards resuming testing. However, Russia has stated it will remain a signatory to the CTBT and continue to supply data to the global monitoring system.

via Reuters|

#arms-control #global-security #international-relations

international-conflict2 years ago•2 min saved

"Russia-Ukraine War: Deadly Missile Strikes and International Condemnation"

A Russian missile attack on an apartment block in Kharkiv, Ukraine, killed a 10-year-old boy and his grandmother, and injured over 20 people. Another missile strike in Hroza village resulted in a death toll of 52, with every family affected. Russian airstrikes damaged grain and port infrastructure in the Odesa region. Concerns were raised about Russia's intentions after President Putin hinted at withdrawing from the global ban on nuclear testing. Moldova's president accused Russia's Wagner paramilitary force of attempting to foment a coup. European leaders expressed support for Ukraine amid US defense funding concerns. Russia seeks re-election to the UN Human Rights Council, and the US expelled two Russian diplomats in retaliation. Sweden will provide Ukraine with a military support package worth $199 million.

via The Guardian|

#international-conflict #missile-attack #nuclear-test-ban-treaty