Satellite images have appeared online showing preparations for loading the Russian R-30 Bulava intercontinental ballistic missile onto one of the Project 955 Borei submarines. The missile, which is a crucial component of Russia's nuclear triad, has frightened Norway, writes Bulgarian Military.
As Bulgarian Military writes, Western experts have begun to speculate about the consequences of equipping submarines with missiles of this class. This indicates that Russia is ready to retaliate in the event of a nuclear conflict.
Professor Katarzyna Zysk from the college at the Norwegian Defence University College stated that this step is a clear signal to NATO, especially given Russia's proximity to Norwegian territory. The Bulava missile will ensure the security of the Northern Fleet.
Senior Research Fellow at the Norwegian Institute of International Affairs, Nord Vege, suggested that Russia's activity in the Arctic may be part of large-scale strategic plans. He called the use of the Bulava missile a challenge for NATO in the region.
About the R-30 Bulava missile
The nuclear warhead missile is designed to be launched from submarines. It is about 12 m long, 2 m in diameter, and weighs almost 36.8 tons. The Bulava is equipped with a three-stage solid-propellant rocket engine. The flight range is over 8000 km. As Bulgarian Military writes, Russia can strike with the Bulava at the territory of countries belonging to the NATO bloc.
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