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Russia Tests ‘Most Powerful Missile’ Amid Ukraine War

May 13, 2026

Summary

Russia successfully test-fired a new nuclear-capable Sarmat missile, described by President Putin as the 'world’s most powerful,' which is expected to enter combat service by year-end, as barrages continue in Ukraine.

How coverage differs

  • Left: Russia's test of the ‘world’s most powerful’ Sarmat missile Left-leaning outlets report on Russia's test-firing of the Sarmat missile, highlighting President Putin's declaration of it as the 'world’s most powerful' and its expected deployment by year-end. They frame this development within the broader context of Russia's war in Ukraine, discussing potential shifts or ceasefires.
  • Center: Russia successfully test-fired its Sarmat missile Center outlets report on Russia's successful test-firing of the nuclear-capable Sarmat missile, which President Putin described as the 'world’s most powerful.' They also cover Russia's continued barrages in Ukraine and discussions surrounding potential peace efforts.

Coverage by lane

Left

  • Ceasefire in sight? What's next for Russia's war in Ukraine
  • A Shift in Ukraine
  • Video: Putin hails test launch of ‘world’s most powerful missile’

Center

  • Russia presses its barrages of Ukraine as Trump talks of possible peace and Kyiv is emboldened - AP News

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