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China's ballistic missile launch was a message for the US
China has launched a ballistic missile into the South Pacific, drawing international criticism from many countries in the region
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Intel Slava
· Jul 9, 2026
[Photo] 🇮🇷❌🇺🇸 — A ballistic missile was fired from Dezful in southwestern Iran.
— A ballistic missile was fired from Dezful in southwestern Iran.
BRICS News
· Jul 7, 2026
[Photo] JUST IN: 🇺🇸🇨🇳 United States accuses China of nuclear proliferation following ballistic [...]
JUST IN: United States accuses China of nuclear proliferation following ballistic missile test.@BRICSNews
South China Morning Post
· Jul 10, 2026
The radar system that Taiwan says tracked the PLA’s ballistic missile launch
Taiwan gained critical information about Beijing’s ballistic missile launch this week thanks to the island’s long-range early-warning radar system and intelligence sharing with Washington. The island’s AN/FPS-115 Pave Paws long-range early-warning radar detected the missile soon after it was launched from a nuclear-powered submarine in the South China Sea, the Liberty Times reported on Wednesday, quoting a senior Taiwanese official. The system tracked the missile’s trajectory during the initial...
Sweden Herald
· 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
Sky News Australia
· Jul 7, 2026
China sends a message with a ‘double-edged sword’ for Labor following missile test
Former Australian major general Mick Ryan discusses China’s latest missile test which has sparked some concern and criticism. China has test-launched a ballistic missile with a dummy warhead into the South Pacific Ocean. “It is a message for us, you can’t deny that, but it’s a message with a double-edged sword for this current government,” Mr Ryan told Sky News Australia.
The Jerusalem Post
· Jul 12, 2026
China submarine launch signals growing threat across western Pacific - analysis
China's test firing of the missile armed with a dummy warhead drew criticism from regional powers, with the US saying it was an intercontinental ballistic missile that landed in the Pacific Ocean.
Mehr News Agency
· Jul 9, 2026
US launches cruise missile attack on targets in northern Iran
TEHRAN, Jul. 09 (MNA) – The US launched a cruise missile attack on targets in Iran's northern Golestan Province early Thursday, the IRGC announced, saying the aggressive strike caused no casualties and warning that a crushing response would follow.
Modern Diplomacy
· Jul 9, 2026
US criticizes China over short notice for submarine missile test
The United States has sharply criticized China for providing only a few hours’ notice before conducting a ballistic missile test launch from a nuclear-powered submarine, calling the notification inadequate and inconsistent with the transparency expected from major nuclear powers. The test, carried out on July 6 and later confirmed by Chinese state media, has heightened [] The post US criticizes China over short notice for submarine missile test appeared first on Modern Diplomacy.
Washington Examiner
· 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 []
Syrian Arab News Agency
· Jul 6, 2026
China says strategic submarine missile test in Pacific successful
Beijing, July 6 (SANA) China said on Monday it had successfully conducted a strategic missile launch from a submarine into the Pacific Ocean as part of a routine military exercise, after several countries in the region raised concerns over an anticipated intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) test. Xinhua quoted the Chinese navy as saying that one []
Tampa Free Press
· Jul 6, 2026
China Test-Fires Intercontinental Missile Deep Into The Pacific
The United States military tracked a Chinese submarine test-launching an unarmed intercontinental-range ballistic missile that landed in the southern Pacific Ocean on Monday. The test comes amid heightened focus on global nuclear proliferation. Following the launch, the United States issued a statement addressing the military exercise and raising questions about the transparency of Beijing’s expanding [] China Test-Fires Intercontinental Missile Deep Into The Pacific
Iran Herald
· 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
Korea Times News
· 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
Latestly.com
· 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.
Altaghyeer NewsPaper
· Feb 2, 2026
After the Sudden Retreat: Why Is Washington Threatening Again — and What Messages Are Iran and It’s allies Sending?
After the Sudden Retreat: Why Is Washington Threatening Again — and What Messages Are Iran and It’s allies Sending? By Mohamed Al-Hassan Mohammed Nour The slogan “America First” was never a mere campaign catchphrase. It represented a coherent strategic project built on three pillars aimed at maximizing rapid gains at minimal cost: deal-making, control over
The Tribune
· Jun 26, 2026
Missile alert goes off in Dubai but authorities quickly tell public to ‘disregard warning’
Authorities in the United Arab Emirates on Friday sounded an incoming missile alert for Dubai but shortly afterward told the public to “disregard the previous warning,” an indication that it was likely triggered by mistake. The brief text message from the UAE’s Interior Ministry, the first of its kind during the Iran war, seemed to []
Sky News
· Jul 7, 2026
US accuses China of nuclear proliferation after ballistic missile test
US accuses China of nuclear proliferation after ballistic missile test
Off The Press
· 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
teleSUR English
· Jul 9, 2026
China Rejects U.S. Criticism of Missile Test
China defended its recent missile test, saying it notified the United States in advance and that the exercise complied with international law and practice.
Drudge Report
· Jun 24, 2026
China Makes New US Warship Target for Missile Tests...
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Daily Post Nigeria
· Jun 27, 2026
US launches fresh air strikes on Iran
The United States forces on Friday targeted Iranian missile and drone storage locations as well as coastal radar sites A statement by the US Central Command, CENTCOM, said the attack was in response to the Iranian drone strike on a Singapore-flagged cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz. “The unwarranted aggression against commercial shipping by Iranian forces [] US launches fresh air strikes on Iran
KSAT San Antonio
· Jun 26, 2026
Missile alert goes off in Dubai but authorities quickly tell the public to disregard the warning
Authorities in the United Arab Emirates have sounded an incoming missile alert for Dubai but shortly afterward told the public to “disregard the previous warning,” an indication that it was likely triggered by mistake.
Yemen News Agency - SABA
· Jul 10, 2026
Beijing: Washington's accusations against routine Chinese missile test exemplify double standards, hegemony
Beijing: Washington's accusations against routine Chinese missile test exemplify double standards, hegemony
DawnNews English
· Jul 10, 2026
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The Economic Times
· Jun 26, 2026
Missile alert sounds in Dubai over projectile
Missile alert sounds in Dubai over projectile
Defence Blog
· Jun 29, 2026
Northrop Grumman reveals Sentinel ICBM in new test photo
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Scientific American
· Jul 10, 2026
China’s Long March 10B rocket successfully launches—and lands—in a global spaceflight milestone
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Hindustan Times
· Jul 10, 2026
Over a decade after SpaceX, China successfully lands rocket booster with hooks & a net. How different is the tech?
With the Long March 10B launch, China is now the second nation after the US with reusable rocket booster technology.
The Hankyoreh
· Jun 26, 2026
OPCON alarmism ignores how uncertain US wartime support for Korea already is
OPCON alarmism ignores how uncertain US wartime support for Korea already is
JOE.co.uk
· Jul 8, 2026
Donald Trump mistakenly claims ‘Islamic Republic of Japan’ fired missiles at US ship
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Hi China
· Jul 6, 2026
Bull's-eye! New footage shows Dongfeng missile hitting its target
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ABC News
· 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
The Hill
· Jul 8, 2026
The Memo: Trump’s tough talk on Iran raises big question — will the U.S. return to war?
The United States launched a fresh wave of attacks on Iran on Wednesday, marking the second successive night of offensive action. The new strikes, which were announced in a social media post by U.S. Central Command (Centcom) shortly after 4 p.m. EDT, were far from a surprise. President Trump had told reporters earlier in the...
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