The Yars missile system was designed as a carrier for nuclear warheads, so it has a direct link to nuclear weapons. The missile carries: The RS-24 Yars is built to overcome missile defense systems.

The Yars RS-24 (NATO designation SS-29) is a strategic nuclear missile with a range of up to 7,500 miles and an accuracy range of 250 meters (750 feet), according to specialist military and ...

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This system is capable of delivering both nuclear and conventional warheads, enhancing its versatility in various combat situations. The RS-24 Yars is an intercontinental ballistic missile that ...

Russia, China, India, Pakistan and North Korea deploy missiles capable of carrying nuclear weapons and are believed to be ...

A chilling simulation video shows how these weapons would operate - with an RS-24 firing off multiple warheads ... still modify the weapon to carry a nuclear payload. “It could be refitted ...

The Strategic Defence Review warned that Russia is building up its nuclear warheads and is an ‘immediate and pressing threat’ ...

An Australian study is calling for the creation of international rules and a global code of conduct to prevent accidental or ...

Intercontinental ballistic missiles (ICBMs) are strategic weapons designed to deliver nuclear warheads and are ... similar to those on the RS-24 "Yars." Speculation also suggests it could be ...