May 14
The world is once again watching Russia’s RS-28 Sarmat missile program after reports of another successful test. Known in Western media as “Satan II,” the enormous intercontinental ballistic missile is considered one of the most powerful nuclear weapons systems ever created. Russian officials say it could become fully operational before the end of 2026.
The announcement arrives during a period of rising global tension, with analysts warning that continued investment in advanced nuclear weapons by major powers may signal the beginning of a new era of international arms competition.
