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Tango0116 Aug 2017 10:17 p.m. PST

"The frozen tundra along Russia's far-eastern border with China is becoming a hot zone as both nations deploy nuclear-capable missiles to the area. Are two of the world's most advanced militaries preparing for war with one another?

In June, Russia armed a fourth brigade in the far east with the deadly Iskander-M short-range ballistic missile system. There are now twice as many brigades equipped with these nuclear-capable missiles on the Chinese border than any other Russian military district. The Iskander-M has a range of 250–310 miles, which puts China squarely in its sights.

South of the border, China has reportedly moved the Dongfeng-41, an intercontinental ballistic missile capable of carrying multiple nuclear warheads, to its northeastern-most province…"
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There is no chance of war …. but this military buildup by both sides is raising eyebrows.


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Cacique Caribe17 Aug 2017 1:34 a.m. PST

Lol. Nuclear missiles with only a range of 250-310 miles?

Dan
PS. Why not use a bazooka or a cannon instead? Or better yet … a nuclear grenade? :)

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Personal logo Editor in Chief Bill The Editor of TMP Fezian17 Aug 2017 4:34 a.m. PST

There is always a chance of war.

Tango0117 Aug 2017 10:25 a.m. PST

Sadly truth…


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Wizard Whateley17 Aug 2017 5:32 p.m. PST

Do they want to wreck their biggest market? Follow the money.

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