# MIRV
Latest news and articles about MIRV
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China’s Heavy Hammer: Why the Aging DF-5C Remains Central to Beijing’s Nuclear Strategy
China is emphasizing the modernized capabilities of its DF-5C ICBM, highlighting its global reach and precision. Despite its age, the missile remains a critical component of China's nuclear triad due to its massive payload and MIRV capacity.
Silos of Certainty: The DF-5C and China’s Evolving Nuclear Deterrent
The Chinese Rocket Force is highlighting the DF-5C ICBM as a pinnacle of precision and global reach, reinforcing its silo-based nuclear strategy. By integrating MIRV technology and improved guidance into its heaviest missile platform, Beijing is ensuring its deterrent remains effective against modern missile defenses.
US Signals Readiness to Re‑MIRV ICBMs and Re‑enable B‑52 Nuclear Role After New START Lapse
The U.S. Air Force says it stands ready to reintroduce MIRVs on land‑based ICBMs and to restore full nuclear capability to the B‑52 fleet following the expiration of the New START treaty. The move signals deterrence intent but also risks provoking reciprocal modernization from Russia and China and complicates prospects for renewed arms control.
U.S. Signals Readiness to Re‑MIRV ICBMs and Reactivate B‑52 Nuclear Role as New START Expires
The U.S. Air Force says it is prepared to reintroduce MIRVs on Minuteman ICBMs and restore B‑52 nuclear carriage now that New START has lapsed. Those options, while technically reversible, broaden U.S. military choices and risk provoking reciprocal moves by Russia and China, complicating arms‑control prospects.