Source: DD News
Context: In a significant escalation of the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine, Russia reportedly used a new type of intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) targeting Dnipro, Ukraine.
About RS-26 Rubezh:
- Reported Weapon:
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- The RS-26 Rubezh, a solid-fuelled intercontinental ballistic missile.
- Capable of carrying multiple independently targetable re-entry vehicles (MIRVs).
- Specifications:
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- Range: 5,800 km, classified under nuclear arms treaties as an ICBM.
- Payload: Can carry an 800-kg nuclear warhead or heavier conventional payloads.
- Global Significance:
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- First-ever reported use of an ICBM in an active conflict, primarily designed as a deterrent weapon.
- The MIRV capability signals advanced nuclear escalation potential.
About Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM):
- Definition: Long-range ballistic missile primarily designed for delivering nuclear weapons.
- Range: Over 5,500 km, maximum ranges between 7,000 and 16,000 km.
- Speed: Exceeds 20,000 km/h.
- Countries with ICBMs: Russia, United States, China, France, India, United Kingdom, Israel, North Korea.
- India’s ICBMs:
- Agni V: Solid-fuelled missile with a range of 7,000–10,000 km.
- Agni VI: Upcoming iteration with MIRV capability (Multiple Independently Targetable Re-entry Vehicles).
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