US Air Force Successfully Tests Unarmed Nuclear-Capable ICBM
- The US Air Force conducted a routine test launch of an unarmed Minuteman III ICBM from California.
- The missile traveled approximately 4,200 miles to the Marshall Islands in the Pacific.
- The test was to verify the accuracy, reliability and readiness of the nuclear weapons system.
- The launch demonstrates the preparedness and capabilities of America's nuclear deterrent forces.
- The US notified international partners like Russia beforehand as per standard protocol.