China says advanced nuclear submarine test-fires missile.
They publishedChina Reveals Advanced Nuclear Sub Was Used to Test-Fire Missile
First reportBloomberg · 19 Oct, 04:40Z
Latest reportThe Japan Times · 19 Oct, 09:59Z
Span5 hours · 2.5h between reports on average
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Why it matters
What
Bloomberg and The Japan Times report the disclosure.
Why
The test shows China uses advanced nuclear submarines for missile trials.
Watch
Further details about the submarine and missile.
Coverage over time
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How it unfolded — every article
Summary
- China disclosed the test of a submarine-launched intercontinental ballistic missile in the Pacific in July 2026.
- Xinhua stated the Changzheng series has reached the third generation and conducted the test launch.
- The reveal marks first public use of the latest submarines for a missile test.
- The announcement drew criticism from Japan and Australia amid regional security concerns.
- Satellite imagery suggests China is accelerating submarine construction at Jiangnan and Huludao shipyards.
Summary
- China used its most advanced nuclear submarines for an ICBM test-fire.
- The Changzheng series is described as now reaching the third generation.
- The test launch demonstrated the sea-based leg of China’s nuclear triad.
- Xinhua reported the event in a WeChat post on Saturday.
- The July test drew criticism from Japan and Australia.