Summary: Russia’s Roscosmos space agency announced that the country has deployed the advanced intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) known as the Sarmat. The Sarmat missile, developed to replace the R-36 ICBMs, is capable of carrying multiple nuclear warheads. It is designed with a short initial launch phase, making it challenging for surveillance systems to track. Russian President Vladimir Putin had previously stated that the Sarmat would enhance Russia’s security and deter potential aggressors. This deployment is part of Russia’s ongoing efforts to modernize its military arsenal and strengthen its national defense capabilities.