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China’s new nuke posture puts US on notice and world on the brink
According to the latest China Military Power Report by the U.S. Department of Defense, China is transitioning from a minimalist nuclear deterrent strategy towards a more trigger-happy stance marked by...
Beijing's Nuclear Upgrade: Transitioning to Pre-Warning Launch
China appears to be shifting its nuclear strategy towards a pre-warning launch posture as part of its ongoing nuclear modernization efforts. This change is seen as an escalation in the region's milita...
Nuclear game changer: China builds crab-walking electric ICBM mobile launcher prototype
Chinese researchers have developed an electric-drive, modular and intelligent heavy vehicle that can function as a mobile launcher for intercontinental ballistic missiles (ICBMs). The prototype, which...
China Adopts 'Warning Attack' Strategy and Expands Nuclear Warhead Manufacturing Capability
China has reportedly adopted a new military doctrine known as the 'warning attack', which entails launching an offensive response upon receiving enemy warnings of imminent attacks. The country is also...
Russia Fires Nuclear-Capable Missile
Russia has launched a nuclear-capable missile during military exercises, signaling an increase in strategic force preparedness and capability demonstrations....
Operation Sindoor: How India Dismantled Pakistan's Nuclear Bluff In 2025
Describes Operation Sindoor (May 6-10, 2025), a 88-hour campaign where India demonstrated the ineffectiveness of Pakistan’s nuclear doctrine of 'Full Spectrum Deterrence,' which uses the threat of esc...
Nuclear weapons in the strategy of the Russian Federation (Part I)
The recent aggression by the Russian Federation against Ukraine has brought nuclear weapons back into strategic discussions globally and particularly in Europe. This shift is a direct consequence of R...
India’s S-5 SSBN Programme Advances with Reports of Twelve MIRV-Equipped ICBMs for Extended Range Deterrence
India is advancing its nuclear triad by progressing the S-5 class ballistic missile submarine (SSBN) program. This development includes reports about twelve Multiple Independently-targetable Reentry V...
Doomsday Plane Lands in Los Angeles: Historic First for U.S. Nuclear Command
The Doomsday plane has made its historic first landing at Los Angeles Air Force Base, marking a significant milestone for the United States' nuclear command and control operations. This move is intend...
Want an explanation for China’s nuclear build-up? It’s not in the new white paper
China recently published an arms control white paper which did not provide any explanation or plan regarding its ongoing nuclear expansion, raising concerns and disappointment among observers....
Pentagon Launches 'Doomsday Plane' as Part of Tour
The Pentagon has launched the EC-135N 'Looking Glass' airborne command post aircraft, known colloquially as the 'Doomsday Plane', for a scheduled mission which includes showcasing and maintaining read...
Doomsday Plane Seen Over Los Angeles Skies After 51 Years, What Does It Signal?
The Doomsday plane has been sighted over the skies of Los Angeles for the first time in 51 years. This occurrence has sparked questions and speculation about its significance....