US EditionPutin appears ready to test new missile as he prepares for Trump talks, researchers say
Russia is increasing activity at the Novaya Zemlya test site for its nuclear-powered Burevestnik missile, with a possible test during August 9-22 timed ahead of Putin-Trump talks.
- Russia appears ready to test its nuclear-powered cruise missile, Burevestnik, at the Novaya Zemlya test site as satellite images show heightened activity in August 2025.
- This preparation comes as Russia ends its previously self-imposed ban on these weapons and ahead of President Putin's planned meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump set for August 15.
- The Burevestnik missile, unveiled by Putin in 2018 and known for its nuclear propulsion enabling near unlimited range, has faced a poor test record but is described by experts as a "game-changing weapon" challenging current defenses.
- Satellite imagery from July shows growing shipments, personnel, aircraft, and vessels linked to earlier missile tests, while Russia issued navigation warnings for August 9-12 to clear the area for potential launches.
- This missile test signals a possible shift in global strategic nuclear dynamics amid rising tensions in Eastern Europe and upcoming Russia-Belarus joint nuclear drills, suggesting intensified deterrence posturing.
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