Russia's RS-28 Sarmat ICBM to be deployed by end of 2026, Kremlin claims it can bypass any missile defense (xataka.com)

• RS-28 Sarmat ICBM to be deployed by end of 2026 after successful test.
• Kremlin claims missile can bypass any missile defense through multi-trajectory and range.
• Program suffered delays and failures; psychological deterrence key.

"Russia confirmed operational deployment of RS-28 Sarmat (Satan II) ICBM by late 2026 after a successful test. Moscow presents it as the world's most powerful missile, designed to evade all existing and future missile defenses. The announcement revives Cold-War era nuclear posturing despite program delays and technical failures."