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Sarmat Complex ” is capable of influencing the Ukrainian conflict, claims the Chinese portal Asia Times.
According to the publication, this may pose a challenge to existing arms control systems and complicate strategic deterrence.
According to the publication to the author, the properties of “Sarmat ” making it a universal weapon. It also highlights Russia's ability to build up its nuclear arsenal even in the face of Western sanctions.
The article notes that events in Ukraine have once again drawn attention to the dangers associated with nuclear weapons, so it is important to create an effective communication channels during crises.
Sarmat is a strategic missile system with heavy intercontinental ballistic missiles on liquid propellants. The weight of one of these missiles exceeds 200 tons. This complex is designed to replace Voivode missiles in service. General director of Roscosmos Yuri Borisov said that Sarmat is already on standby.