Russia’s military has test-fired a new intercontinental ballistic missile capable of delivering nuclear warheads around the world. On Wednesday, President Vladimir Putin said a test of Russia’s Sarmat missile had succeeded in hitting targets nearly 4,000 miles from a launch site in northwestern Russia.

President Vladimir Putin: “This truly unique weapon will strengthen the combat potential of our Armed Forces, reliably ensure Russia’s security from external threats and provide food for thought for those who, in the heat of frenzied, aggressive rhetoric, try to threaten our country.”