Russia Claims Successful Test of Sarmat Missile

Russia announced a successful test of the Sarmat intercontinental ballistic missile, according to Kyiv Post. The announcement came after years of delays and unsuccessful launch attempts of this system.

Sarmat is positioned as a strategic nuclear weapon. Over several years, the missile's development has been accompanied by technological failures and explosions during tests. The latest claim of a successful test appears to be an attempt to demonstrate the combat capabilities of the Russian military amid the military conflict in Ukraine.