Russia’s Strategic Move: Deployment of the Sarmat Missile

In a significant escalation of its military capabilities, Russia is set to deploy the new Sarmat strategic nuclear missile before the year ends, according to President Vladimir Putin.

The missile is described by Putin as exceptionally powerful, with a yield surpassing Western versions by over four times, and a range of more than 35,000 km. Despite past setbacks and skepticism from Western security analysts about its touted abilities, Putin remains emphatic about its strategic value.

Military officials, including Sergei Karakayev, Commander of Russia's strategic missile forces, underscore the missile's role in bolstering Russia's nuclear deterrence. This development occurs amidst ongoing tensions related to the Ukraine conflict, where Russia's nuclear arsenal serves as a diplomatic muscle flex toward Western intervention.

(With inputs from agencies.)