Russia's new nuclear submarine test launches Bulava intercontinental missile

Russia's new nuclear-powered submarine, Imperator Alexander III, has successfully test-launched the Bulava ballistic missile. The missile, designed to carry nuclear warheads, hit a target thousands of kilometers away on the Kamchatka peninsula. The submarine is equipped with 16 Bulava missiles and modern torpedo weapons. "Firing a ballistic missile is the final element of state tests, after which a decision will be made to accept the cruiser into the Navy," the defence ministry said.