Russia tested the intercontinental ballistic missile “Sarmat”

Commander-in-Chief of the Russian Strategic Missile Forces Sergey Karakayev stated that it was launched to test the intercontinental ballistic missile “Sarmat”. According to the statement made by the Kremlin Palace, Russian President Vladimir Putin had an online meeting with Commander-in-Chief of the Strategic Missile Forces Karakayev. During the meeting, Karakayev informed Putin that the intercontinental ballistic missile “Sarmat” was tested and said, “Today, the liquid fuel ballistic Sarmat missile was launched.

This was successful. The test results confirmed that the missile was designed correctly.” gave the information. Noting that the missile system in question will begin combat duty by the end of the year, Karakayev stated that this will strengthen the capabilities of the strategic nuclear group. Putin also congratulated Karakayev on the successful testing of the Sarmat missile. Reminding that they started working on the development of the missile in 2011, Putin said, “This is the most powerful missile system in the world.

The warhead on the missile is 4 times stronger than Western missiles. This missile is not only capable of ballistic but also suborbital spaceflight.” In this way, the missile has a range of more than 35 thousand kilometers, doubling its accuracy and being able to overcome existing and future missile defense systems.” made his assessment. “The Oreshnik missile can be equipped with nuclear warheads” Stating that Russia started to strengthen its deterrent forces in the 2000s, Putin stated that efforts in this direction continue today.

Putin emphasized that after the USA withdrew from the Anti-Ballistic Missile Treaty in 2002, they needed to ensure Russia’s strategic security and maintain the strategic balance of power. In this context, Putin noted that they are gradually implementing the program for the development of nuclear forces, pointing out that the “Avangard” and “Kinjal” hypersonic missile systems they produced have been put into operation, and noted that “Kinjal was used during a special military operation (in Ukraine) and that work is continuing on the renewal of this missile.” President Putin pointed out that the hypersonic medium-range ballistic missile “Oreshnik” will be included in the army’s inventory in 2025 and said, “This missile can also be equipped with nuclear warheads.” he said.

The Russian Ministry of Defense also shared footage of the testing of the intercontinental ballistic missile Sarmat. Source: AA