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France tests upgraded nuclear missile amid Russia tensions

Original: France tests upgraded nuclear missile against backdrop of Russia tensions

France has carried out a test of an upgraded nuclear-capable missile, drawing wide coverage from international outlets including Reuters and The Straits Times. The test comes at a time of heightened tensions between Europe and Russia over the war in Ukraine, and is being read as a demonstration of France's nuclear deterrent capabilities. Observers are watching how Moscow responds to the launch and what it signals about European defence posture.

Why now: The test lands amid heightened Europe-Russia tensions over the war in Ukraine, making it a signal of French nuclear readiness.

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• France tests upgraded nuclear missile against backdrop of Russia tensions · Reuters
• France tests upgraded nuclear missile against backdrop of Russia tensions · mercedsunstar.com
• France tests upgraded nuclear missile against backdrop of Russia tensions · The Straits Times

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