Russia's Burevestnik 'Storm Bird': The Nuclear-Powered Missile Designed to Evade US Air Defenses

Oct 28, 2025 10:32 pm CST

Russia has successfully tested the Burevestnik nuclear-powered cruise missile capable of flying 14,000 kilometers with terrain-hugging capabilities. This "Storm Bird" missile uses a nuclear reactor for propulsion, allowing extended flight times at low altitudes to evade detection by Western air defense systems, though experts note it remains non-operational and primarily serves as a strategic deterrent against US missile defense developments.