Testing of 'unique' new Russian weapon successful, says Putin
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Moscow says it successfully tested a Burevestnik nuclear missile this week, with Russian president Vladimir Putin saying it is "unlike any other in the world."
Breakdown
- Russian defence forces have tested a new missile with a range of at least 14,000 kilometres.
- President Putin announced the test during a visit to a command post for troops in Ukraine. 15s
- The missile, named Burevestnik, uses nuclear propulsion and is described as unique. 22s
- Burevestnik can reportedly carry either a nuclear or conventional warhead. 48s
- Nuclear propulsion allows the missile to stay aloft longer than conventional missiles. 1m 0s
