President Vladimir Putin announced Russia’s successful test of the 9M730 Burevestnik nuclear-powered cruise missile — dubbed “SSC-X-9 Skyfall” by NATO — declaring it a “unique weapon with no global equivalent.” Speaking alongside Chief of General Staff Valery Gerasimov, Putin confirmed the missile flew 14,000 km (8,700 miles) for 15 hours under nuclear propulsion. Moscow claims the Burevestnik features virtually unlimited range, an unpredictable flight path, and the ability to bypass any defense system, forming part of Russia’s “invincible” next-generation deterrent.