INTERCONTINENTAL BALLISTIC MISSILE
US believes Russia's attack in Ukraine showcased new missile Russia has launched a new type of ballistic missile in Ukraine, raising concerns about an escalation of the conflict. The missile, based on a longer-range design, is believed to be experimental. While Russia claims the launch was a response to Ukrai...
22 Nov, 2024, 04.54 PM ISTRussia didn't fire an ICBM towards Ukraine: Putin approved a Moscow-made 'Oreshnik' missile for the attack Russia launched a new intermediate-range ballistic missile called "Oreshnik" at the Ukrainian city of Dnipro, causing damage and injuries. This marked the first use of this experimental missile, which is based on the RS-26 ICBM design.
22 Nov, 2024, 01.13 PM ISTRussian spokeswoman told during briefing not to comment on missile strike reports, video shows During a live briefing, Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova received a phone call instructing her not to comment on reports of Russia firing a ballistic missile at a Ukrainian rocket company in Dnipro. While Kyiv claimed the attack ...
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Kyiv accuses Russia of launching intercontinental ballistic missile attack Russia launched an intercontinental ballistic missile at the Ukrainian city of Dnipro, marking a significant escalation in the conflict. While Ukraine confirmed the attack, Russia did not confirm or deny the use of the missile, which is capable of c...
21 Nov, 2024, 05.38 PM ISTRussia launches intercontinental ballistic missile in attack on Ukraine, Kyiv says Russia launched an intercontinental ballistic missile from its Astrakhan region, targeting Dnipro in central-eastern Ukraine. This marks the first use of such a powerful, long-range missile during the war, coming after Ukraine struck targets inside ...
21 Nov, 2024, 04.37 PM ISTWhat are ATACMS, the US missiles that may be used against Russia? The Biden administration has authorized Ukraine to use U.S.-supplied ATACMS ballistic missiles for attacks inside Russia. This decision marks a significant policy shift and provides Ukraine with longer-range strike capabilities. The missiles, capabl...
18 Nov, 2024, 06.19 PM ISTUS, Japan, S Korea hold air drills after North Korea's ballistic missile launch United States, Japan, and South Korea conducted joint air drills in response to North Korea's launch of a new intercontinental ballistic missile, the Hwasong-19. The exercise aimed to strengthen coordination and deter North Korean threats. Pyongyang...
04 Nov, 2024, 08.59 AM ISTNorth Korea boasts of 'the world's strongest' missile, but experts say it's too big to use in war North Korea recently launched an intercontinental ballistic missile, the Hwasong-19, calling it "the world's strongest." Experts question its wartime practicality due to its enormous size. Analysts suggest North Korea still faces technological chall...
01 Nov, 2024, 10.32 AM ISTAbout 8,000 North Korean troops at Ukraine's border are expected in combat in days, US says Some 8,000 North Korean soldiers are now near Ukraine’s border in Russia, with plans to support Kremlin forces in the coming days. This deployment raises global concerns about escalating the war in Ukraine and further destabilizing the Asia-Pacific ...
01 Nov, 2024, 08.22 AM ISTWhat are solid-fuel missiles, and why is North Korea developing them? North Korea launched an intercontinental ballistic missile, potentially linked to its development of solid-fuel rocket engines. Solid-fuel missiles are easier to operate and harder to detect compared to liquid-fuel weapons. This development could en...
31 Oct, 2024, 12.17 PM ISTNorth Korea launches long-range missile designed to hit the US North Korea launched an intercontinental ballistic missile, potentially a new, agile weapon aimed at the U.S., as Washington warned North Korean troops in Russian uniforms are moving towards Ukraine. The missile test, condemned by South Korea and Ja...
31 Oct, 2024, 09.03 AM ISTNorth Korea's military is one of world's largest: How powerful is it? North Korea is accused of sending troops to Russia for potential combat in the Ukraine war. The Korean People's Army has 1.3 million active personnel. It is one of the world's largest militaries with advanced nuclear capabilities and aging conventio...
25 Oct, 2024, 05.02 PM ISTRussia tests readiness of nuclear missile unit Russia has been testing the combat readiness of its Yars intercontinental ballistic missile unit in the Tver region, aiming to signal the West amid the conflict in Ukraine. Exercises have included movement, camouflage, and protection drills, coincid...
18 Oct, 2024, 12.40 PM ISTPLA proves its combat readiness by launching an ICBM across the Pacific China’s rare ICBM test in the Pacific from Hainan Island, the first since 1980, demonstrates its reach to the USA, stirring regional and international concerns. The test, involving a DF-31AG missile, signals a show of strength amid heightened geopol...
01 Oct, 2024, 11.09 AM ISTFiji urges 'respect for our region' after China missile test Fijian President Ratu Wiliame Katonivere has called for respect for the Pacific region and a halt to missile tests, following China's launch of an intercontinental ballistic missile. Speaking at the United Nations General Assembly, he highlighted th...
27 Sep, 2024, 11.05 AM ISTWhat's behind China's launch of an intercontinental ballistic missile China test-fired an intercontinental ballistic missile into the Pacific Ocean, adding to regional tensions. The launch was part of routine training by the People's Liberation Army's Rocket Force and not aimed at any country. This rare occurrence com...
26 Sep, 2024, 10.11 AM ISTChina test-fires an intercontinental ballistic missile into the Pacific Ocean China test-fired an intercontinental ballistic missile into the Pacific Ocean, raising security concerns amid regional tensions. The missile carried a dummy warhead and landed in a designated area. The launch was part of routine training and complie...
25 Sep, 2024, 05.18 PM ISTChina's military presence intensifies around Taiwan, triggers alert Taiwan's military is on high alert as China intensifies its military presence around the island. Six Chinese naval vessels and two aircraft were detected within 24 hours, prompting Taiwan to respond with aircraft, naval ships, and missile systems. T...
25 Sep, 2024, 02.13 PM ISTChina acknowledges testing intercontinental ballistic missile with 'dummy warhead' China's defence ministry announced the test-launch of an intercontinental ballistic missile into the Pacific Ocean, emphasizing it as part of their annual training plan. The launch, which occurred on September 25, is said to comply with internationa...
25 Sep, 2024, 09.21 AM ISTImages show Russia's new Sarmat missile suffered major test failure, researchers say Russia has reportedly faced a significant setback in its Sarmat missile test, a crucial component of its nuclear arsenal modernization. Satellite images reveal extensive damage at the Plesetsk Cosmodrome launch site, indicating a catastrophic failur...
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