Russian President Vladimir Putin announced today that the 9M730 Burevestnik (NATO: SSC-X-9 Skyfall), a nuclear-powered intercontinental cruise missile, successfully completed its final tests on October 21. The missile reportedly flew 14,000 kilometers over a duration of 15 hours, demonstrating what officials describe as "unlimited range" and the ability to evade all defenses.
Putin characterized the Burevestnik as a "unique creation with no analogues worldwide" and has ordered the establishment of infrastructure for its deployment. This announcement follows previous reports regarding the advancements in Russia"s nuclear capabilities, as noted in discussions about the nation"s nuclear forces being "at the highest level in the world." For more on this topic, see recent developments.
The successful test of the Burevestnik marks a significant milestone in Russia"s military technology and strategy, emphasizing the country"s focus on enhancing its defense systems. Further details on the implications of this test remain to be seen.
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