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Macron observes test of new nuclear-capable missile without warhead

Written and edited by the WorldPing NewsdeskPublished Updated Original reporting: France 24
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What happened

French President Emmanuel Macron on Tuesday observed the test firing of a new nuclear-capable missile without a warhead, according to the Elysée Palace and the Ministry of Defence.

Key facts

  • Reported by France 24 and published Tue, 06 Oct 2026 09:50:08 UTC.

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Coverage timeline

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  1. US citizen arrested for wiping phone at airport; judge allows search without warrant

  2. Macron observes test of new nuclear-capable missile without warhead

  3. France test-fires new nuclear-capable missile: Defence Ministry

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