US EditionChina’s DF-61 ICBM Points at US Nuke Silo Vulnerability
China's new DF-61 and upgraded DF-31BJ intercontinental ballistic missiles enhance nuclear deterrence with improved readiness and survivability, marking a key modernization milestone.
- China held a major military parade in Beijing on September 3, 2025, unveiling its full nuclear triad of land-, sea-, and air-launched missiles.
- The parade, held after months of preparation, celebrated the 80th anniversary of China’s triumph in its conflict against Japan during the Second World War, coinciding with Pentagon reports highlighting China's rapid growth in nuclear capabilities.
- The showcased weapons included new missiles such as the DF-61 and DF-31BJ road-mobile ICBMs, the JL-3 submarine-launched missile, and the JL-1 air-launched ballistic missile, alongside hypersonic weapons and counter-drone systems.
- The Pentagon estimates China had over 600 operational nuclear warheads by mid-2024 and projects its arsenal will exceed 1,000 warheads by 2030 while deploying them at higher readiness levels.
- This display signals China’s intent to enhance strategic deterrence and modernize its nuclear forces, positioning itself alongside other nuclear triad-capable powers like the US, Russia, and India.
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China’s DF-61 ICBM points at US nuke silo vulnerability
China’s DF-61 rollout reignites the nuclear chess match, spotlighting its mobile missile edge and the US struggle to keep its aging, silo-bound arsenal credible. This month, multiple media outlets reported that China has rolled out what appears to be a new road-mobile intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM), the DF-61, during a military parade in Beijing marking […] The post China’s DF-61 ICBM points at US nuke silo vulnerability appeared firs…
China just showed the world its full nuclear triad for the first time, rolling it through Beijing
China unveiled its nuclear triad for the first time on Wednesday.Photo by PEDRO PARDO/AFP via Getty ImagesChina showed off its full nuclear triad for the first time at a major military parade on Wednesday.The parade featured an arsenal of land-, sea-, and air-launched nuclear missiles.The reveal comes after the US warned that China is engaged in "rapid nuclear expansion."China unveiled its arsenal of land-, sea-, and air-launched nuclear missile…
This Wednesday China unveiled its new intercontinental ballistic missile DF-61 during its giant military parade. This solid fuel vehicle, with a range of more than 12,000 km, is able to reach American territory.
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