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Intercontinental ballistic missiles are typically designed for nuclear weapon delivery, with a range of over 5,500km.
- North Korean representative accused the US of applying ‘ the most brutal and inhumane sanctions’
- The comments came at the UN-backed Conference on Disarmament in Geneva
China became the first country to announce the deployment of the missiles, but Russia recently announced it had developed a much more advanced version.
China became the first country to announce the deployment of the missiles, but Russia recently announced it had developed a much more advanced version.
Military source says work on JL-3 “Big Wave” has been separated from work on next generation Type 096 submarines to speed up process.
Military source says work on JL-3 “Big Wave” has been separated from work on next generation Type 096 submarines to speed up process.
Warning of nuclear tests and new strategic weapon signal deepening chasm between Pyongyang and Washington, and prompt a call for calm from Beijing.
Warning of nuclear tests and new strategic weapon signal deepening chasm between Pyongyang and Washington, and prompt a call for calm from Beijing.
New intercontinental weapon can fly at 27 times speed of sound and make sharp manoeuvres en route to target, making it much harder to intercept.
New intercontinental weapon can fly at 27 times speed of sound and make sharp manoeuvres en route to target, making it much harder to intercept.
The news alert, which was meant for training purposes, came as Washington and its East Asian allies have been on tenterhooks for Pyongyang’s threat of a ‘Christmas gift’.
The news alert, which was meant for training purposes, came as Washington and its East Asian allies have been on tenterhooks for Pyongyang’s threat of a ‘Christmas gift’.
The Russian president said that for the first time in history the nation now leads the world in developing an entire new class of weapons.
The Russian president said that for the first time in history the nation now leads the world in developing an entire new class of weapons.
White House should admit ‘they got it wrong’ if Pyongyang follows through on ‘Christmas gift’ threat, ex-national security adviser says.
White House should admit ‘they got it wrong’ if Pyongyang follows through on ‘Christmas gift’ threat, ex-national security adviser says.
After talks collapsed in June, Kim Jong-un fell back on his signature tactic: test-firing ballistic missiles. Washington and Seoul have also moved toward their traditional stance on Pyongyang and will resume joint air defence exercises next month.
After talks collapsed in June, Kim Jong-un fell back on his signature tactic: test-firing ballistic missiles. Washington and Seoul have also moved toward their traditional stance on Pyongyang and will resume joint air defence exercises next month.
Defence ministry urges Washington to act cautiously as US insists it is not trying to dominate Asia-Pacific.
Defence ministry urges Washington to act cautiously as US insists it is not trying to dominate Asia-Pacific.
Tuesday’s National Day parade featured the country’s latest ground, sea and air-based weapons, which allow it to conduct far-ranging attacks from any platform.
Tuesday’s National Day parade featured the country’s latest ground, sea and air-based weapons, which allow it to conduct far-ranging attacks from any platform.
Lassina Zerbo, speaking at the UN General Assembly, says he hopes talks between US president and North Korean leader Kim Jong-un could yield positive results.
Lassina Zerbo, speaking at the UN General Assembly, says he hopes talks between US president and North Korean leader Kim Jong-un could yield positive results.
Compromises could include a limited restriction on Iran’s ballistic missile programme and a rigorous inspection regime for its satellite launch programme.
Compromises could include a limited restriction on Iran’s ballistic missile programme and a rigorous inspection regime for its satellite launch programme.
Mystery weapon is seen in video released by PLA Rocket Force as part of 70th anniversary celebrations only to disappear from edited version.
Mystery weapon is seen in video released by PLA Rocket Force as part of 70th anniversary celebrations only to disappear from edited version.
President Xi Jinping will inspect 15,000 troops, more than 160 aircraft and 580 active weapon systems during the event on October 1.
President Xi Jinping will inspect 15,000 troops, more than 160 aircraft and 580 active weapon systems during the event on October 1.
Military experts say PLA modernisation brought about during Xi Jinping’s presidency will be the main focus of October 1 celebration in Beijing.
Military experts say PLA modernisation brought about during Xi Jinping’s presidency will be the main focus of October 1 celebration in Beijing.
Expect ‘exciting new weaponry on show’ during event marking 70th anniversary of founding of People’s Republic, analyst says.
Expect ‘exciting new weaponry on show’ during event marking 70th anniversary of founding of People’s Republic, analyst says.
Beijing’s envoy says Washington seeks absolute military superiority.
Beijing’s envoy says Washington seeks absolute military superiority.
15-member council sits on Thursday with ‘threats to international peace and security’ on the agenda.
15-member council sits on Thursday with ‘threats to international peace and security’ on the agenda.
Officials also face criticism for failing to carry out inspections of the candidate locations, fuelling fears among local residents about radiation produced by radar units.
Officials also face criticism for failing to carry out inspections of the candidate locations, fuelling fears among local residents about radiation produced by radar units.
On May 3, 2019, North Korea carried out its first missile test since 2017.
On May 3, 2019, North Korea carried out its first missile test since 2017.
Purchases follow US President Donald Trump’s announcement in October that the country would leave the INF agreement.
Purchases follow US President Donald Trump’s announcement in October that the country would leave the INF agreement.
Kim Jong-un would have plenty to lose if he fires what would be his first rocket in 15 months. Such a move would undercut Chinese pressure for sanctions relief of its ally.
Kim Jong-un would have plenty to lose if he fires what would be his first rocket in 15 months. Such a move would undercut Chinese pressure for sanctions relief of its ally.
The unusual report said the US targets could be struck within five minutes of hypersonic missiles being launched from submarines. Just days ago, Russian President Vladimir Putin said Moscow was militarily ready for a ‘Cuban Missile’ style crisis if the US wanted one
The unusual report said the US targets could be struck within five minutes of hypersonic missiles being launched from submarines. Just days ago, Russian President Vladimir Putin said Moscow was militarily ready for a ‘Cuban Missile’ style crisis if the US wanted one
While traditionally focused on Pakistan, India’s defence objectives now clearly also include deterring China – and Beijing’s actions show that it has noticed.
While traditionally focused on Pakistan, India’s defence objectives now clearly also include deterring China – and Beijing’s actions show that it has noticed.
The growing US-China naval arms race is putting pressure on Beijing to reconsider its long-standing nuclear policy, analysts say.
The growing US-China naval arms race is putting pressure on Beijing to reconsider its long-standing nuclear policy, analysts say.
Symbolic timepiece remains as close as it has ever been to Armageddon, according to Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists.
Symbolic timepiece remains as close as it has ever been to Armageddon, according to Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists.
The Pentagon’s new missile defence review finds that a space-based system is needed to thwart threats from North Korea, Iran, China, Russia. Trump said the US ‘will now adjust its posture’ to defend against hypersonic missiles.
The Pentagon’s new missile defence review finds that a space-based system is needed to thwart threats from North Korea, Iran, China, Russia. Trump said the US ‘will now adjust its posture’ to defend against hypersonic missiles.
Several key pieces that could significantly improve the capabilities of the People’s Liberation Army are expected to be completed or delivered next year.
Several key pieces that could significantly improve the capabilities of the People’s Liberation Army are expected to be completed or delivered next year.
Washington is now free to test and deploy the intermediate-range missiles it believes it needs to compete with its most serious challenger. China’s growing arsenal sets the scene for the resurgence of nuclear geopolitics.