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Russia Reports Successful Sarmat ICBM Test

Sarmat ICBM | Image: Ministry of Defence, Russian Federation

Russia said it had successfully tested the Sarmat intercontinental ballistic missile during a launch overseen by the Strategic Missile Forces. President Vladimir Putin said the system would enter combat duty by the end of the year, according to a Kremlin transcript.

Russian Pacific Fleet Drills in the Sea of Japan

A screen-grab from a video of the exercise | Source: Russian Ministry of Defence

A Russian Navy Pacific Fleet detachment including large anti-submarine ships and corvettes conducted air defence and anti-submarine warfare exercises in the Sea of Japan, engaging simulated missile and submarine targets as part of scheduled combat training. According to the Russian Navy, these exercises are part of ongoing fleet training to enhance coordination between surface ships and aviation units in anti-submarine and air defence operations.