Russia Successfully Tests Nuclear-Powered Burevestnik Missile
TL;DR
Russia announced the successful testing of a new nuclear-capable cruise missile, the Burevestnik, which is claimed to have an almost unlimited range and be invulnerable to current missile defenses, amid ongoing tensions and military drills related to Ukraine. The missile's development and testing continue to raise concerns over its reliability, environmental risks, and strategic implications.
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