Russia conducts exercises involving Yars intercontinental ballistic missiles in the Volga region

Russia is conducting stealth operations involving Yars intercontinental ballistic missiles in the Volga region, as reported by the defense ministry on Thursday. The ministry released footage showing Yars missile launchers traversing a snowy forest landscape.

The Yars missile, capable of being transported on truck carriers or stationed in silos, is a nuclear weapon. Similar exercises were carried out last year as a nuclear deterrent to the West amid escalating tensions related to the conflict in Ukraine.

According to the ministry, the missiles are being positioned along “combat patrol routes” while under camouflage, covering distances of up to 100 km (62 miles). Troops are also training to defend against potential sabotage units and reconnaissance patrols from a simulated adversary.