In a chilling revelation that could reshape global security dynamics, a new report details eight upcoming intercontinental ballistic missiles (ICBMs) capable of devastating any nation on Earth. As tensions rise among nuclear powers, these advanced weapon systems pose a significant threat, with the potential to strike anywhere on the globe.
Leading the charge is North Korea’s Hwasong-15, a missile that can theoretically reach all of the United States, boasting a range of over 13,000 kilometers. Following closely is China’s JL-3, a submarine-launched missile that can deliver multiple warheads to various targets, with full operational capabilities expected by 2025. Meanwhile, India is developing the K6 ICBM, which promises to carry multiple warheads across a range of 6,000 kilometers.
Russia is not standing idle; its forthcoming BZhRK rail-mobile missile system is designed for stealth and rapid deployment, while the RS-28 Sarmat super-heavy missile aims to replace older systems with a staggering payload capacity of up to 15 warheads. The U.S. is also in the race, with its Ground-Based Strategic Deterrent (GBSD) set to replace the aging Minuteman III, expected to enter service by 2027.
France’s M51.3 missile and India’s Agni-6, which is still undergoing development, add to the growing arsenal of nuclear-capable nations, each equipped with multiple independently targetable re-entry vehicles that can overwhelm defenses.
As these nations push forward with their missile programs, the world stands on the brink of a new arms race. The implications are dire: with advanced ICBMs capable of striking any corner of the planet, the stakes for international peace and security have never been higher. The clock is ticking, and the global community must respond swiftly to avert a potential catastrophe.