No historian will be able to write about World War III without mentioning this day – when the world came terribly close to ending. A ballistic missile is a type of missile that utilises projectile motion to deliver warheads to a target. The advanced qualities of intercontinental ballistic missiles (ICBMs) and intermediate-range ballistic missiles (IRBMs) make them commonly used for delivering thermonuclear weapons. It starts as a conflict, escalates into a regional war, and with enough countries participating, it can develop into a world war. “Defence Minister Boris Pistorius said he was sure the tanks could ‘make a decisive contribution’ on the frontlines of the war.” (Ukraine war: Germany sends much-awaited Leopard tanks, bbc.com, 28 March 2023)A few months ago, Ukraine received F-16 Fighter Jets from the US.

Source: The Guardian November 24, 2024 17:46 UTC