Nuke-Capable Missile Launched From Indian Fighter Jet

Nuke-Capable Missile Launched From Indian Fighter Jet
Sukhoi Su-30MKI. Public Domain
Petr Svab
Petr Svab
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An Indian military fighter jet has launched a large missile that could be modified to carry a nuclear weapon, according to Indian Defense Ministry and information collected by The Diplomat.

For the Nov. 22 test the 2.5-ton missile was mounted on a Sukhoi Su-30MKI fighter jet and launched against a ship target in the Bay of Bengal, off the east coast of India.

Petr Svab
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Petr Svab is a reporter covering New York. Previously, he covered national topics including politics, economy, education, and law enforcement.
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