Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu expressed confidence that recent successful tests of the Sarmat ballistic missile and nuclear exercises would temper Western strategists and force them to soberly assess the potential consequences of their actions.
Russian President Vladimir Putin replaced the governors of the Belgorod and Bryansk regions, which border Ukraine, following their resignations. Concurrently, Putin made statements emphasizing Russia's unparalleled nuclear weapons and hinted at a potential end to the war in Ukraine.
Russian President Vladimir Putin made statements suggesting the war in Ukraine is nearing its end, while also announcing a successful missile test and making a public appearance. The Kremlin later clarified that there is no specific roadmap for peace, prompting international reactions and analysis.
Russia has reportedly 'successfully tested' its Sarmat missile and is finalizing preparations for a new nuclear submarine called Poseidon, following a nuclear exercise announced by Vladimir Putin last week.
Following the successful testing of the "Sarmat" strategic missile system, Dmitry Medvedev stated, "Western friends, now you have all become closer to us."
Russia appears to be preparing for another test of its Sarmat intercontinental ballistic missile, which has faced numerous issues. Aviation warnings and satellite coverage restrictions suggest a launch could occur around May 9th.
Russia and Ukraine completed a significant prisoner exchange, with each side releasing 205 captured soldiers. This swap resulted in 410 prisoners of war being returned to their respective countries.
Russia announced the successful test launch of its new intercontinental ballistic missile, the Sarmat, also known as 'Satan II'. President Putin hailed the nuclear-capable missile as the 'most powerful in the world'.
Ukrainian drone operators from the 413th Separate Regiment reportedly struck facilities of the Russian BARS-Sarmat center, a key developer of drones for Russian forces, in occupied Zaporizhzhia Oblast.
Ukraine, Transnistrien, Baltikum, Belarus: Volker Koepp durchquert in seinem Film „Chronos“ noch einmal den Kulturraum Sarmatiens, dessen Hoffnungen zerstört wurden.