Putin says ‘Satan II’ intercontinental ballistic missiles will be deployed soon
(Worthy News) – Russian President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday announced plans to soon deploy the Sarmat intercontinental ballistic missiles in combat as part of the Kremlin’s efforts to modernize the country’s nuclear forces.
Russia has been developing the Sarmat ICBM, known to Western analysts as Satan II, since 2009. Designed to elude tracking systems and carry multiple warheads, Putin has claimed the missile can strike anywhere on Earth.
“In the near future, Sarmat intercontinental ballistic missiles will be put on combat duty for the first time,” Putin said at a Ministry of Defense Board meeting, according to translated remarks. [ Source: Just the News (Read More…) ]
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