NATO Ally Receives Nuclear Missile Boost
Summary
France has introduced a new nuclear-capable missile called the M51.3, which will be used on nuclear submarines. This move comes as tensions rise between NATO and Russia. France remains one of the three NATO countries with nuclear weapons.Key Facts
- France has put the M51.3 missile into service, replacing two previous versions.
- This missile can be launched from nuclear-powered submarines.
- Russia has been testing new nuclear weapons, like the Poseidon torpedo.
- The M51.3 has a range of up to 6,213 miles and can carry 6-10 nuclear warheads.
- France's submarines hold its main nuclear weapons and can carry 48 missiles total.
- ArianeGroup is also working on the next version, the M51.4.
- France has about 290 nuclear warheads according to estimates.
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