China tests missile with hypersonic glide vehicle.

China has tested a new type of ballistic missile equipped with a hypersonic glide vehicle for the first time, The Diplomat reported, citing US government sources.

China's DF-16 missiles.

According to the source, two tests of the new DF-17 missile took place on November 1st and 15th. The source clarified that the tests were successful, and the missile "hit its target with an accuracy of a few meters."

According to US intelligence, the DF-17 is a medium-range missile with a range of 1,800 to 2,500 km. This missile is capable of carrying nuclear and non-nuclear payloads, as well as drones, and can also be equipped with maneuverable warheads.

US intelligence believes the DF-17 is based on the short-range DF-16B missile. The Chinese government has not officially announced the test.

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