China surprises US with hypersonic missile that circles the globe before hitting target

The Chinese have reportedly carried out a test of a hypersonic missile that circles the globe before hitting its target. US intelligence agencies were unaware of the existence of this missile, which is believed to be capable of carrying nuclear warheads. The missile circled the globe before cruising towards its target, which it missed by about two dozen miles.

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Chinese military tests have shown that they have made astounding progress on hypersonic weapons. The weapons are far more advanced than expected by American officials.

Source: Reuters