US Test-Fires Nuclear Missiles With One Eye on China
Summary
The United States test-fired four unarmed, nuclear-capable missiles from a submarine in the Atlantic Ocean. This event follows China's recent display of its own missile capabilities. The U.S. Navy confirmed these tests were routine and not a response to any specific global events.Key Facts
- The U.S. test-fired Trident II D5 missiles from a submarine in the Atlantic.
- China recently displayed various new nuclear missiles, including the JL-3.
- The U.S. and China are among the top holders of nuclear weapons in the world.
- The missiles were fired between September 17 and the following Sunday, near Florida.
- These tests are part of regular assessments to ensure system reliability.
- The Trident II D5 missiles were designed in the 1980s and updated in 2017.
- The U.S. Strategic Systems Programs emphasized the routine nature of the tests.
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