US Department of Defense (Pentagon) Spokesperson Brigadier General Patrick Ryder announced that the US military will test a nuclear-capable Minuteman III nuclear-capable intercontinental ballistic missile.
Making evaluations at the daily press conference, Ryder said, “The US Air Force Global Strike Command will conduct an operational test of an unarmed Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missile from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California on the morning of September 7. This launch is a well-planned routine test and, in line with previous tests, this launch will confirm the efficiency and readiness of the system in question.” used the phrases.
The US commander stated that, in accordance with standard procedures, the US had informed the Russian government of this launch in advance, as part of its treaty obligations.
Ryder stated that the time between the two launches was short, as the USA delayed the launch, which was previously announced to be on August 4, by 4 days.
“RUSSIA REQUESTED AMMUNITION FROM NORTH KOREA”
Ryder noted that upon a question, Russia requested ammunition from North Korea to be used in Ukraine.
Stating that things are not going well for Russia in Ukraine, Ryder said, “There are indications that Russia is approaching North Korea to demand ammunition. I can’t give more details, but this is something that will show the situation Russia is in in Ukraine in terms of logistics and maintenance.”
A NEW UNIT FOR ARMS SALES IS ESTABLISHED INSIDE THE PENTAGON
Pentagon Spokesperson Ryder said a new unit has been set up to reform the ministry’s arms sales procedures.
Ryder stated that the unit called “Foreign Military Sales Tiger Team” was established within the ministry to make reforms in emergency and systemic areas, and stated that the unit aims to improve the US arms sales procedures by reviewing processes and regional perspectives.
The spokesperson stated that this unit does not focus on a particular region, but will make an overall assessment. (AA)