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China test fires missile into Pacific, sparks alarm

Times of India

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July 7, 2026

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China test fires missile into Pacific, sparks alarm
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The Economic Times

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· Jul 6, 2026

China to test-fire nuclear-capable missile

China to test-fire nuclear-capable missile

Investing.com

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· Jul 6, 2026

China test fires missile into Pacific, alarming regional powers

China test fires missile into Pacific, alarming regional powers

Sweden Herald

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· Jul 6, 2026

China test-fired ballistic missile capable of carrying nuclear weapons in South Pacific

China test-fired ballistic missile capable of carrying nuclear weapons in South Pacific

Korea Times News

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· Jul 6, 2026

China test-launches ballistic missile in South Pacific nuclear-free zone

China test-launches ballistic missile in South Pacific nuclear-free zone

Modern Diplomacy

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· Jul 6, 2026

China Missile Test in Pacific Sparks Concern Across Region

China on Monday test fired a missile from a nuclear submarine into the Pacific Ocean, prompting concern from Japan, Australia and New Zealand over Beijing’s growing military capabilities and activities in the region. According to China’s state run Xinhua news agency, a People’s Liberation Army Navy nuclear submarine launched a missile carrying a dummy warhead [] The post China Missile Test in Pacific Sparks Concern Across Region appeared first on Modern Diplomacy.

The Japan Times

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· Jul 7, 2026

Australia vows stronger ties with Solomon Islands amid China concerns

China on Monday test-fired an intercontinental ballistic missile from a nuclear-powered submarine in the Pacific, its first test since 2024.

Brisbane Times

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· Jul 6, 2026

China to test nuclear-capable weapon in South Pacific

China is preparing to test-fire a nuclear-capable long-range missile with a dummy warhead in the South Pacific in the next 24 hours, diplomats in the region have been told.

The Independent

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· Jul 6, 2026

China’s ballistic missile test in Pacific nuclear-free zone causes alarm in Australia and New Zealand

Firing of long-range ballistic missile from nuclear-powered submarine marks China’s first such test in Pacific in two years

The Eastern Herald

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· Jul 6, 2026

China Fires Submarine Ballistic Missile Into South Pacific Nuclear Zone, Drawing Protests

China test-fired a long-range ballistic missile from a nuclear-powered submarine into the South Pacific Nuclear Free Zone on Monday morning, drawing immediate protests from Australia, New Zealand, and Japan and raising questions about the durability of the 1986 Treaty of Rarotonga.

BRICS News

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· Jul 6, 2026

[Photo] JUST IN: 🇨🇳 China launches ballistic missile from nuclear-powered submarine during mil [...]

JUST IN: China launches ballistic missile from nuclear-powered submarine during military test.@BRICSNews

Off The Press

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· Jul 6, 2026

China test-launches ballistic missile in South Pacific, draws regional protests

China’s military test-launched a long-range ballistic missile Monday from one of its nuclear-powered submarines in the South Pacific, drawing protest and concern from countries in the region. The missile was launched at 12:01 p.m. and carried a dummy warhead, according the official Xinhua News Agency. China last conducted a missile test in the Pacific two []...Click to read more

The West Australian

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· Jul 6, 2026

China test-fires nuclear-capable missile into Pacific Ocean hours after Australia and Fiji sign treaty

China has test-fired a nuclear-capable missile into the Pacific Ocean within hours of Australia and Fiji striking an historic military alliance.

Washington Examiner

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· Jul 9, 2026

China’s missile warning demands a stronger defense budget

China’s navy this week test-fired a long-range ballistic missile from a nuclear-powered submarine into the South Pacific, alarming U.S. allies across the region. The launch, China’s second major open-ocean ballistic missile test in less than two years, was described by U.S. officials as a “great concern to the region and the world.” But our nation’s []

Latestly.com

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· Jul 6, 2026

China Launches Long-Range Ballistic Missile From Nuclear Submarine in Pacific, Sparks Regional Concerns

China's military test-launched a long-range ballistic missile Monday from one of its nuclear-powered submarines in the South Pacific in a rare move that drew protest and concerns from countries in the region. The missile was launched at 12:01 p.m. and carried a dummy warhead, according the official Xinhua News Agency.

South China Morning Post

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· Jul 7, 2026

What does China’s submarine missile test mean for its nuclear triad expansion?

China’s rare launch of a ballistic missile from a nuclear-powered submarine into the deep Pacific sent a strategic signal to the United States and regional neighbours, particularly Japan, amid concerns about Beijing’s military expansion. Monday’s test is also likely to reinforce calls in Washington and among US allies for greater defence investment and closer security coordination as regional tensions continue to rise, according to analysts. What happened during China’s submarine-launched...

ABC News

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· Jul 6, 2026

China test-launches ballistic missile from submarine in the Pacific

State media say China’s military test-launched a ballistic missile Monday from a submarine in the Pacific

Tampa Free Press

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· Jul 7, 2026

Pacific Flashpoint: China’s Deep-Ocean Missile Test Triggers Global Backlash

A Chinese submarine test-fired an unarmed, long-range ballistic missile carrying a dummy warhead into the southern Pacific Ocean on Monday, sparking immediate and widespread condemnation from the United States and several Pacific nations. The United States military tracked the launch of the intercontinental-range weapon, which comes amid heightened international scrutiny over Beijing’s expanding military capabilities. [] Pacific Flashpoint: China’s Deep-Ocean Missile Test Triggers Global Backlash

NaturalNews.com

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· Jul 8, 2026

China’s nuclear submarine test-launches long-range ballistic missile into Pacific, sparking regional condemnation

(NaturalNews) China conducted its first submarine-launched ballistic missile test since 2024, firing a JL-2 or JL-3 missile from a nuclear submarine into the Pa...

Defence Blog

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· Jul 6, 2026

China fires submarine nuclear missile into Pacific

A Chinese Navy submarine fired a nuclear-capable ballistic missile into the Pacific Ocean on Monday, and Tokyo says it “strongly urged” Beijing to call off the test beforehand, the Japan Times reported. The launch, carried out with a mock warhead rather than a live one, hit its intended impact zone according to China’s state-run Xinhua []

The Rising Nepal

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· Jul 12, 2026

China shoe factory fire kills 28

Beijing, July 12: Authorities were investigating a blaze at a shoe factory in southeastern China's Fujian province that...

Conservative Review

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· Jul 6, 2026

China Puts US Allies On Edge With Rare Missile Test In Pacific

China fired a submarine-launched ballistic missile into the Pacific Ocean on Monday, sparking concerns among longtime U.S. allies in the region. A Chinese military official called the test part of a routine “annual military training schedule,” but Australia and New Zealand expressed concern that China’s actions disturbed the peace in the Indo-Pacific region, CNN reported. It []

Russia Today

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· Jul 7, 2026

China conducts rare submarine-launched ballistic missile test

China has conducted a rare ballistic missile test in the Pacific Ocean, prompting condemnation from the US and its regional allies Read Full Article at RT.com

The Jerusalem Post

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· Jul 8, 2026

US says China gave only hours' notice before submarine missile test

The test occurred amid China’s rapid and opaque nuclear weapons buildup and is of great concern to the region, the official added.

India News Network

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· Jul 6, 2026

China Conducts Submarine Missile Test, Sparking Regional Concerns

China's ballistic missile test from a submarine in the Pacific has drawn backlash from Australia, Japan, and New Zealand, raising security alarms.

Sky News Australia

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· Jul 6, 2026

China is at a ‘new stage of military power’ after nuclear missile launch simulation

Sky News Defence Analyst Peter Jennings says China will continue to launch nuclear missile simulations. Mr Jennings said China is trying to establish a “military presence” in the Pacific. “This is actually a significant development, showing China at a new stage of military power.”

Hindustan Times

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· Jul 7, 2026

A rare Chinese missile test unnerves Asian neighbours

Its timing will heighten regional fears about China’s growing firepower

Iran Herald

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· Jul 7, 2026

China conducts rare submarine-launched ballistic missile test

Beijing said the move was not aimed at any particular country, dismissing accusations of escalation A Chinese nuclear submarine launched a long-range ballistic missile with a dummy warhead into the Pacific Ocean on Monday, marking the first such test since 2024. This test launch is

Vision Times

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· Jul 9, 2026

China’s Submarine-Launched ICBM Test Sparks Backlash From US, Japan, Australia, Philippines, Others

The Chinese People’s Liberation Army (PLA) on Monday, July 7, test-fired a submarine-launched intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) capable of carrying a nuclear warhead into the South Pacific. Most of Communist China’s missile tests are made within the country’s territory, rather than over international waters, resulting in protests from governments throughout the region. Beijing said the []

Utusan Malaysia

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· Jul 7, 2026

AS, Australia gusar China uji peluru berpandu di Pasifik

WASHINGTON: Amerika Syarikat (AS) dan Australian menyuarakan kebimbangan terhadap program nuklear China selepas Beijing melancarkan ujian kepala peledak tiruan ke Lautan Pasifik, yang dilihat sebagai sebahagian daripada usaha mempercepat pemodenan ketenteraannya. Ujian itu dilakukan dua tahun selepas China melancarkan peluru berpandu balistik antara benua (ICBM) ke perairan berhampiran Polinesia Perancis, merupakan pelancaran pertama seumpamanya merentasi ... Read more The post AS, Australia gusar China uji peluru berpandu di Pasifik appeared first on Utusan Malaysia.

Egypt Independent

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· Jul 6, 2026

China conducts rare submarine-launched ballistic missile test, angering Pacific neighbors

China on Monday conducted a rare test of a submarine-launched ballistic missile in the Pacific Ocean, sparking criticism from New Zealand and Australia for actions that they said threatened peace and stability in the region. A People’s Liberation Army Navy submarine “launched a strategic missile carrying a dummy warhead toward relevant high seas of the The post China conducts rare submarine-launched ballistic missile test, angering Pacific neighbors appeared first on Egypt Independent.

RedState

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· Jul 12, 2026

FORMER TRUMP FBI OFFICIAL: China's Missile Test Is a Wake-Up Call - Congress Must Not Blow the Response

FORMER TRUMP FBI OFFICIAL: China's Missile Test Is a Wake-Up Call - Congress Must Not Blow the Response

NDTV

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· Jul 7, 2026

US Concerned By China Nuclear Buildup After Missile Launch

The US said Monday that China's rapid and opaque nuclear weapons buildup is of great concern after Beijing test-fired of a missile from a submarine into the Pacific Ocean.

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