Exclusive: U.S. Researchers Find Probable Launch Site of Russia's New Nuclear-Powered Missile

Researchers Find Probable Launch Site

A team of U.S. researchers has identified a probable launch site for Russia's new nuclear-powered cruise missile, the Burevestnik, according to an exclusive report by The Washington Post.

Key Findings

• The researchers used satellite imagery and other open-source data to identify the site.
• The site is located near Nenoksa, a town on the White Sea in northern Russia.
• The site shows signs of construction activity consistent with missile launch facilities.

Significance of the Findings

The identification of the launch site provides important information about Russia's development and testing of the Burevestnik.

The Burevestnik is a long-range, nuclear-powered cruise missile that has been in development for several years.

The missile is designed to be able to fly for long distances, including over the North Pole, and deliver a nuclear warhead to targets in the United States.

Implications for Arms Control

The identification of the launch site could have implications for arms control efforts between the United States and Russia.

The New START treaty, which limits the number of deployed nuclear weapons, does not cover nuclear-powered cruise missiles.

The development and deployment of the Burevestnik could therefore undermine the treaty and lead to a new arms race.

Additional Information

• The Washington Post: Exclusive: U.S. Researchers Find Probable Launch Site of Russia's New Nuclear-Powered Missile
• Arms Control Association: New START