Recent satellite imagery captured over the weekend shows a large crater and damage at the RS-28 Sarmat ICBM launch site, suggesting a failed test. Analysts indicated that this marks the fourth failure with the missile, highlighting ongoing challenges Russia faces in missile development amidst the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.
The RS-28 Sarmat, capable of delivering nuclear warheads over 11,000 miles, has struggled since its inception in the early 2000s. Only one successful test occurred in 2022, with multiple failures hinting at deeper issues in Russia's missile development pipeline, particularly under current wartime constraints.
Despite the latest failure of the Sarmat test, analysts expressed that Russia's existing nuclear forces, while experiencing setbacks in new developments, remain effective. The ongoing issues highlight significant hurdles for Russian military modernization and the challenges posed by simultaneous military engagement in Ukraine.
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