Russia Tests New Nuclear-Powered Burevestnik Cruise Missile

Russia has conducted a successful test of its nuclear-powered Burevestnik cruise missile, also known as the 9M730 or SSC-X-9 Skyfall by NATO. The long-range weapon, designed to fly on nuclear propulsion, reportedly travelled 14,000 kilometres over roughly 15 hours during its latest flight test on 21 October 2025. This test marks the most extensive and sustained demonstration of the Burevestnik’s
Russia has conducted a successful test of its nuclear-powered Burevestnik cruise missile, also known as the 9M730 or SSC-X-9 Skyfall by NATO. The long-range weapon, designed to fly on nuclear propulsion, reportedly travelled 14,000 kilometres over roughly 15 hours during its latest flight test on 21 October 2025. This test marks the most extensive and sustained demonstration of the Burevestnik’s
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