China launches nuclear-capable weapon in South Pacific
Updated July 6, 2026 — 2:20pm, first published 2:17pm China is preparing to test-fire a nuclear-capable long-range missile with a dummy warhead in the South…
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Updated July 6, 2026 — 2:20pm, first published 2:17pm China is preparing to test-fire a nuclear-capable long-range missile with a dummy warhead in the South Pacific in the next 24 hours, diplomats in the region have been told. AP Diplomatic sources confirmed to this masthead that Chinese officials had briefed various regional governments, including Australia, about an upcoming intercontinental ballistic missile test in the Pacific. The news, delivered to regional governments on Monday afternoon, came just hours after Australia and Fiji struck a new defence alliance.
Furthermore, China last tested an intercontinental ballistic missile in 2024, a rare event that highlighted the country's increasing military capabilities. The Chinese embassy in Australia did not immediately respond to a request for comment. Foreign Minister Penny Wong’s office has been contacted for comment.
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Updated July 6, 2026 — 2:20pm, first published 2:17pm China is preparing to test-fire a nuclear-capable long-range missile with a dummy warhead in the South Pacific in the next 24 hours, diplomats in the region have been told.
reliability low1/4 sourcesAP Diplomatic sources confirmed to this masthead that Chinese officials had briefed various regional governments, including Australia, about an upcoming intercontinental ballistic missile test in the Pacific.
reliability low1/4 sourcesThe news, delivered to regional governments on Monday afternoon, came just hours after Australia and Fiji struck a new defence alliance.
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China last tested an intercontinental ballistic missile in 2024, a rare event that highlighted the country's increasing military capabilities.
according to The Straits Times - AsiaThe Chinese embassy in Australia did not immediately respond to a request for comment.
according to The Straits Times - AsiaForeign Minister Penny Wong’s office has been contacted for comment.
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Updated July 6, 2026 — 2:20pm, first published 2:17pm China is preparing to test-fire a nuclear-capable long-range missile with a dummy…
omitted byCentercovered byLeft sidePublic / AgenciesAP Diplomatic sources confirmed to this masthead that Chinese officials had briefed various regional governments, including Australia,…
omitted byCentercovered byLeft sidePublic / AgenciesThe news, delivered to regional governments on Monday afternoon, came just hours after Australia and Fiji struck a new defence alliance.
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