Russia's RS-28 Sarmat, test-fired in May 2026, is classified as which type of weapon?

AMedium-range cruise missile

BHypersonic glide vehicle

CIntercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM)

DSubmarine-launched ballistic missile

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C: Intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM)

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Russia successfully test-launched the RS-28 Sarmat ICBM, described as the world's most powerful nuclear-capable long-range missile. It is part of Russia's next-generation arsenal alongside the Oreshnik medium-range missile and the Avangard hypersonic glide vehicle, capable of flying at 27 times the speed of sound.

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Correct Answer: C: Intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM)

Explanation: Russia successfully test-launched the RS-28 Sarmat ICBM, described as the world's most powerful nuclear-capable long-range missile. It is part of Russia's next-generation arsenal alongside the Oreshnik medium-range missile and the Avangard hypersonic glide vehicle, capable of flying at 27 times the speed of sound.

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