The US command has officially confirmed the scheduled tests of the Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM). The launch was carried out from Vandenberg Air Force Base in California, and the warhead was sent to a training ground in the Marshall Islands — at a distance of about 7 thousand kilometers.
According to the US Department of Defense, such tests are a regular part of the program to ensure the reliability and combat readiness of the country's strategic nuclear forces. It is noted that the launch was carried out as part of pre-planned events and was not related to the current geopolitical situation or the actions of other states.
The Minuteman III missile has been in service with the United States since the 1970s and is a key element of the ground component of the country's triad of nuclear forces. At the moment, it is planned to replace it with a new system GBSD (Ground-Based Strategic Deterrent), which is being developed by Northrop Grumman.
Military experts emphasize that such tests demonstrate the ability of the United States to maintain a high level of nuclear capability and security guarantees to its allies. At the same time, representatives of the Pentagon note that information about launches is always provided in advance to comply with international obligations and transparency of actions.
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