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China says nuclear submarine test-fired ICBM

China said it used one of its most advanced nuclear submarines to test-fire an intercontinental ballistic missile in the Pacific earlier this year. The test underscored Beijing’s progress in the defense technology.
WHO: China
WHAT: China said it used one of its most advanced nuclear submarines to test-fire an intercontinental ballistic missile.
WHEN: Reported Oct 19, 2026 at 12:40 AM ET
WHERE: Pacific Ocean
WHY: The reason for the missile test was not reported.

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