China Says Advanced Nuclear Sub Was Used to Test-Fire ICBM
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China Reveals Advanced Nuclear Sub Was Used to Test-Fire MissileChina Says Advanced Nuclear Sub Was Used to Test-Fire ICBM
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Mon, 19 October 2026
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China Reveals Advanced Nuclear Sub Was Used to Test-Fire MissileChina said it used its most advanced nuclear submarines to test-fire an intercontinental ballistic missile in the Pacific earlier this year, underscoring Beijing’s progress in the key defense technology.
- Japan Times09:59
China had only conducted two publicly known ICBM tests in the Pacific before July, and both were land-based launches.
Wed, 21 October 2026
1 report- Times of India11:15
In a significant military advancement, China announced the successful test-firing of a strategic missile by its advanced nuclear submarines in the Pacific Ocean. This milestone underscores the increasing strength of China's underwater naval capabilities aimed at enhancing its military deterrence. While specific details of the missile remain undisclosed, experts suggest that this may signify a pivotal shift in China's undersea nuclear strategy, potentially unsettling US maritime superiority in...
Sun, 1 November 2026
1 report- Times of India16:06
China is currently testing an innovative uncrewed trimaran submarine that boasts an arsenal of missiles, designed to significantly strengthen its military presence against US naval forces in the Indo-Pacific. This submarine could possess between 16 and 18 of China's cutting-edge YJ-20 hypersonic anti-ship missiles. Its tactics may feature submerging before launching surprise missile strikes on enemy ships, presenting serious implications for US Navy strategic operations.