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Russia tests long-range missile after New START ends

Filed: May 12, 2026 at 10:05 PM ET
Summary: Russia tested a long-range missile after the New START nuclear treaty expired in February.
WHO: Russia
WHAT: A long-range missile test following the end of New START restrictions
WHEN: May 12, 2026 at 9:04 PM ET
WHERE: Location not specified
WHY: Part of the release from New START restrictions after the treaty expired.
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