China’s JL missile family: The submarine-launched nukes designed to reach the US
China has successfully test-fired a ballistic missile from a nuclear submarine in the western Pacific, highlighting its growing sea-based nuclear deterrent.
This development underscores the evolution of Beijing's 'Giant Wave' missile program, from the limited-range JL-1 to the intercontinental JL-3.
The new missile significantly enhances China's second-strike capability, allowing submarines to strike distant targets from safer waters.
China Test-Fires Ballistic Missile in South Pacific
- China test-launches ballistic missile in South Pacific nuclear-free zone Korea Times —
- Australia and New Zealand condemn China over intercontinental missile test The Globe and Mail —
- China test-launches a ballistic missile in a South Pacific nuclear-free zone NY Post —
- China test-launches a ballistic missile in the South Pacific and raises regional concerns Korea Times —
- Chinese Nuclear Submarine Test-Launches Long-Range Missile Wall Street Journal —