Russian President Vladimir Putin has revealed new details about the nuclear reactor powering the Burevestnik cruise missile, claiming it can launch “within minutes and seconds.” Speaking during a visit to the Mandryka military hospital,

President Vladimir Putin said on Sunday that Russia had tested its Burevestnik nuclear-powered cruise missile. Here are some key facts about the weapon.

EADaily, October 27th, 2025. Norway has confirmed the tests of the Russian cruise missile of unlimited range "Burevestnik" with a nuclear power plant. This was reported on October 27 by Reuters, citing data from the Norwegian Military Intelligence Service.

Putin just confirmed Russia tested the terrifying Poseidon 2M39 — a nuclear torpedo built to create radioactive tsunamis. The test, held Tuesday, proves Russia’s “doomsday” underwater drone is real. Putin said the Poseidon can dive deep,

With unlimited range and near-absolute stealth, the Burevestnik 9M730 missile not only changes the game in the arms race but also poses a major challenge to modern air defense systems in the world.

By confirming the test now, Putin has sent a message to both domestic and foreign audiences that Russia’s nuclear deterrent is evolving, and that the Kremlin will continue to expand its strategic capabilities despite global pressure.

As Putin flaunts his nuclear-powered “Burevestnik” missile, Ukraine’s Zelensky is scrambling to rebuild an air force that barely exists. Kyiv’s new “Vision 2035” plan aims to buy over 250 Western jets — from Sweden’s Gripen to France’s Rafale and America’s F-16.