Russian President Vladimir Putin says Russia’s powerful RS-28 Sarmat nuclear missile system — dubbed “Satan II” by Western analysts — has been successfully tested and will enter combat duty before the end of the year. Moscow claims the next-generation strategic missile can carry multiple nuclear warheads and strike targets across continents. The announcement comes amid rising global tensions and renewed concerns over the future of nuclear deterrence and arms competition between major powers.

Russia Prepares Nuclear Missile Deployment: Putin Unveils 'Sarmat' 

#Gravitas A sudden burst of seismic activity near Area 51 in Nevada, one of the world’s most secretive military sites, is raising new speculation and triggering conspiracy theories about covert nuclear testing. Watch the video to know more.


Mysterious Earthquakes Near Area 51 Sparks Conspiracy Theories 

The NPA report, running to more than 300 pages, says a persistent culture of secrecy, limited international involvement, and a lack of reliable data have left many affected communities still searching for answers. 

How many premature deaths were caused by nuclear weapons testing from 1945 to 2017? Report reveals shocking facts

Russia is considering a renewed campaign of strikes against Ukraine's critical energy infrastructure, specifically targeting electricity transmission substations that ensure the operation of Ukrainian nuclear power plants, according to Ukraine's Defense Intelligence.

Ukrainian Intelligence Says Russia is Prepping for Nuclear-Capable Strikes

The world marked a historic milestone on January 14, 2026, achieving the longest period without a declared or detected nuclear test explosion since the first test in 1945—over eight years since North Korea's last test in 2017.


World Has Now Gone the Longest Time Without a Nuclear Test

Recent reports from intelligence agencies and think tanks suggest that while Iran has not made a political decision to build a nuclear weapon, it is making significant technical advances and exploring paths that could shorten the time needed for weaponization if its leadership decided to pursue one. 


Reports Suggest Iran's Quiet Move Towards Nuclear Weapons

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov revealed that Moscow is preparing to resume nuclear tests, following President Vladimir Putin’s directive for a feasibility study.


Breaking: Lavrov confirms Russia studying nuclear test resumption after Putin’s directive

Russian President Vladimir Putin has ordered top officials to draft proposals for possible nuclear weapons testing, following U.S. President Donald Trump’s comments about restarting tests.
Putin emphasized that Russia has adhered to international treaties, but would respond if the U.S. or other nuclear powers test weapons.
At the same time, Putin showcased Russia’s next-generation superweapons, including the Burevestnik nuclear-powered cruise missile and the Poseidon underwater nuclear drone – both designed to provide strategic parity and global strike capabilities.
Experts warn these moves signal a new era of nuclear strategy, heightening tensions with the U.S. and its allies.

Putin Orders Nuclear Test Prep, Showcases Burevestnik & Poseidon Superweapons 

U.S. President Donald Trump has claimed that China, Pakistan, and Russia are conducting nuclear tests, raising international concern. However, defense expert Wright clarified that the “tests” being referred to are system or technical tests, not full-scale nuclear detonations.

Trump Alleges Nuclear Tests by China, Pakistan & Russia | Wright Clarifies | WION 

The United States will resume nuclear weapons testing, according to former President Donald Trump.
Trump stated that the tests “will begin immediately”, citing the need to maintain parity with other nuclear powers and ensure national security.

Nuclear Arms Race: Trump Announces Immediate Restart of Nuclear Tests | WION

The head of Russia's nuclear testing site said on Tuesday his secretive facility was ready to resume nuclear tests "at any moment" if Moscow gave the order, in rare comments likely to fuel concerns that the risk of such a step is rising.

Russian poised to resume nuclear testing 'at any moment'

Russian nuclear test chief says Moscow is ready to resume testing 'at any moment'

On July 16, 1945, the world's first nuclear test took place when the U.S. tested a plutonium implosion device at a site located 210 miles south of Los Alamos, New Mexico.

Gravitas Recall | July 16, 1945: First Atomic Bomb tested near Alamogordo, New Mexico

Iranian lawmaker Javad Karimi Ghoddusi says there is only "a one-week gap from the issuance of the order to the first test" of a nuclear bomb, despite previous assertions of peaceful intentions. Watch in for more details!

Iranian lawmaker hints at a nuclear test

In a major embarrassment to the UK Royal Navy, a Trident nuclear missile misfired and crashed into the ocean near the submarine that launched it, last month. The test firing was conducted off the coast of Florida and it was the second consecutive time a Trident nuclear missile had failed.

Britain's Trident nuclear missile test fails for the second time in a row

After nearly detonating its first atom bomb 60 years ago, China is now said to be rapidly expanding the lethality of its missile force by making efforts to reactivate its Lop Nur nuclear test facility which is located in the remote Xinjiang Autonomous Region, in the country's northwest, as per a report published by the New York Times.

Is China secretly working towards next nuclear test? Satellite images hint at development

Experts on Wednesday (Dec 13) warned that there could be two nuclear weapons tests in 2024 ― one by Russia and the other by North Korea. Next year, which will see many elections including in India, the United States, and Russia, analysts think that nuclear tests will be long remembered.

Nuclear tests or Elections - How 2024 will be remembered? Here's what analysts think

The Russian parliament on Tuesday (Oct 17) declared that it is revoking ratification of the Comprehensive Nuclear Test Ban Treaty, an action it says was necessitated as a result of “the irresponsible attitude” of the United States towards global security.

Russia to revoke ratification of Comprehensive Nuclear Test Ban Treaty

The United States on Monday raised concerns about North Korea making preparations to conduct its seventh nuclear test. The outgoing spokesperson of the US State Department, Ned Price, urged the international community to take concerted action in response to such a destabilising event.

North Korea preparing for its seventh nuclear test, would be dangerous provocation, US warns

North Korea is now inching close to a nuclear test, the US, Japan and South Korea have warned of 'unprecedented response'. The Deputy Foreign Ministers of all the three nations said they would ramp up defence in the region.

Possible North Korean nuke test worries the world; US, allies vows 'unprecedented response'

U.S, Japan and South Korea vowed closer ties. North Korea was warned over the nuclear test. The U.S. urged North Korea to refrain from further provocations.

U.S, Japan & South Korea vows closer ties; North Korea warned over nuclear test

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Gravitas Global Headlines: 1000 Ukrainian soldiers sent to Russia; US on North Korea nuclear test

Issuing a warning, a US special representative for North Korea has said that the Hermit Kingdom could conduct a seventh nuclear test at any time further asserting on how the country has shown no interest in returning to the negotiating table.

'Nuke test could take place any time,' US warns North Korea of nuclear test

May 18 is a special date for India. It is linked with a development which brought immense pride to the nation. Well, wondering what it is? On May 18, 1974, ‘Smiling Buddha’ operation was carried out.

Proud moment for India: What was ‘Smiling Buddha’ operation carried out on May 18?  

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