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Get you up to speed: Satellite images show China is building nuke launch pads and bunkers | News World

China is constructing over 80 launch pads for nuclear missiles in the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region. This development has taken place within the last six years, creating significant military infrastructure linked to the Hami nuclear silo fields.

China has constructed over 80 nuclear missile launch pads in Xinjiang province within the past six years, situated 150 kilometres from the Hami nuclear silo fields. Experts assert that these developments mark a significant enhancement of China’s strategic nuclear capabilities, with projections suggesting the country may achieve a stockpile of 1,000 warheads by 2030.

China is significantly enhancing its nuclear capabilities with over 80 new launch pads constructed in Xinjiang, according to satellite images. Experts warn this expansion could heighten tensions, particularly related to Taiwan, emphasising the need for foreign diplomatic engagement to mitigate risks of miscalculation.

What remains unclear — The specific types of weapons that will be deployed on the newly constructed launch pads in Xinjiang are not yet confirmed.

Satellite images reveal construction of nuclear launch pads in Xinjiang, China

Satellite images reveal construction of nuclear launch pads in Xinjiang, China
A satellite showing one of the huge octagon structures at the heart of China’s military network in Xinjiang province (Picture: Reuters)

China is building dozens of launch pads for nuclear missiles, new satellite images show.

More than 80 pads have already been constructed in the middle of the desert in Xinjiang autonomous province, home to the Uyghur muslim community.

The new infrastructure has been built in the past six years within 150 kilometres of the Hami nuclear silo fields which house China’s longest range missiles, to which they are linked by airfields and railheads.

At the heart of the sprawling network covering thousands of square kilometres are octagon structures which contain housing for personnel and large military vehicles.

Nuclear capable weapons were among military hardware on display during a parade in Beijing last September to mark the 80th anniversary of the end of the Second World War.

Experts believe the pads could be used to deploy mobile air-defense missiles, electronic warfare nodes or even mobile ICBM units.

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A satellite image shows what security analysts say is a launch pad that is part of two isolated desert networks linked by roads and possible communications conduits, in the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region, China, April 28, 2026. Vantor/Handout via REUTERS THIS IMAGE HAS BEEN SUPPLIED BY A THIRD PARTY. DO NOT OBSCURE LOGO. MANDATORY CREDIT. NO RESALES. NO ARCHIVES
An image showing what experts believe is a launchpad which could be used to fire air defence missiles connected to a sprawling military network spanning thousands of square kilometres (Picture: Reuters)

Alexander Neill, a fellow at Hawaii’s Pacific Forum think tank, said the latest development was a ‘very considerable enhancement and diversification of China’s strategic nuclear deterrent’.

China has a far smaller stockpile than the world’s two largest nuclear powers, Russia and the US, both of which rely on their relative isolation and sheer numbers of silos to act as a deterrent.

The grand scale of China’s military development shows investment in hardened infrastructure designed to protect and enforce the country’s nuclear forces.

FILE PHOTO: FILE PHOTO: Members of the People's Liberation Army stand as the strategic strike group displays DF-61 nuclear missiles during a military parade in Beijing, China, September 3, 2025. REUTERS/Tingshu Wang/File Photo/File Photo
China’s nuclear hardware was on show during a parade to mark the 80th anniversary of the end of World War Two in Beijing last year (Picture: Reuters)

According to Pentagon reports, China is expanding its nuclear capability faster than any other nation and, despite a recent slowing in production, is well on track to reach 1,000 warheads by 2030.

It has also been boosting its early warning capability, underpinned by Huoyan-1 satellites, which can detect an incoming ICBM within 90 seconds of its launch and alert a command centre within three minutes, giving time for the country to fire its own weapons before they are hit.

But despite China’s ‘no first use’ policy, diplomats believe it cannot be ruled out that Beijing would use nuclear coercion to deter any possible foreign intervention in Taiwan.

Earlier this month, Donald Trump left the Chinese capital with warnings from president Xi Jinping that disagreements over Taiwan could lead both countries to a ‘dangerous place’.

Hans Kristensen, the Federation of American Scientists’ Nuclear Information Project, said ‘it is hard to rule anything out’ when considering how Beijing could deploy its enlarged military capability.

He added that the development in Xinjiang province was an ‘extraordinary effort’.

‘I’ve never seen anything quite like it’, he said.

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Fabrizio Romano, shortlists the next managers for Liverpool FC after they sacked Arne Slot.

Liverpool have officially parted ways with Arne Slot in one of the biggest managerial stories of the summer.

Fabrizio Romano explains the reasons behind Liverpool’s decision, the internal tensions that developed during the season, and why Andoni Iraola has emerged as the clear favourite to take over at Anfield.

The video also covers Liverpool’s official statement, Mohamed Salah’s public criticism, Xabi Alonso’s situation, and the latest developments in the managerial market involving Milan, Chelsea, Crystal Palace and Bayer Leverkusen.

A full breakdown of one of the biggest breaking stories of the transfer window.
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Fabrizio Romano with a major Liverpool update

– Liverpool FC | Arne Slot leaves Liverpool with immediate effect

– Liverpool | Decision made despite Champions League qualification

– Arne Slot | Farewell message to Liverpool fans

– Liverpool | Behind-the-scenes tensions and difficult season explained

– Alexander Isak | Injury issues highlighted as part of the season’s struggles

– Andoni Iraola | Emerges as Liverpool’s top managerial target

– Iraola | Waiting for a Premier League and Champions League opportunity

– Connection with Liverpool sporting director highlighted

– Liverpool | Iraola considered clear No.1 choice

– Xabi Alonso | Liverpool never made a concrete approach

– Iraola | Club hopes to complete negotiations next week

– Managerial market | Previous interest from Manchester United, Chelsea and Milan

– Oliver Glasner | Crystal Palace succession plans discussed

– Bayer 04 Leverkusen | Also attempted to appoint Iraola

– Liverpool | Official statement confirms departure

– Club believes change is necessary to move forward

– Mohamed Salah | Social media criticism referenced

– Salah | Concerns over Liverpool’s style and consistency

– Liverpool | Active search for Slot’s replacement

– Iraola remains the overwhelming favourite

– Xavi Hernández | Focused on national team opportunities

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