Russia launches new ballistic missile amid tensions

London: On April 20, Russia said that it had conducted a first test launch of its Sarmat intercontinental ballistic missile. This is a new addition to its nuclear arsenal which President Vladimir Putin said would give Moscow's enemies 'something to think about'. "The new complex has the highest tactical and technical characteristics and is capable of overcoming all modern means of anti-missile defense. It has no analogues in the world and won't have for a long time to come," Putin said.