US test-launches hypersonic missile that can hit Moscow in 30 minutes. Are we inching toward World War 3?
World War 3? This pertinent question is looming large in the background with the US test-firing its hypersonic nuclear missile, which can hit any target in the Russian capital of Moscow in 30 minutes. US blasted off its unarmed Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California Tuesday, reports 'The Mirror US'. Pentagon has taken this step weeks after Russian President Vladimir Putin warned that if the existence of his country is at stake, he would be forced to use a nuclear bomb.
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Nuclear hypersonic missile
Justifying the launch of the nuclear hypersonic missile at a time when the Russia-Ukraine War is escalating, the US officials said it demonstrated the «readiness of nuclear US forces» and was a move to bolster «confidence in the nation's nuclear deterrence.»
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According to 'The Mirror US', Space Launch Delta 30 Vice Commander Col. Bryan Titus said that the test launch marks the start of a remarkable week for Guardians and Airmen at Vandenberg, with two test launches scheduled from the Western Range. He also said that these tests hold immense significance, not only for the US defense but also serve as a pivotal moment in showcasing the exceptional capabilities and expertise of a dedicated team. .
US: A routine test
According to the Air Force Nuclear
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