UPSC Prelims Current Affairs 16 November 2025 | Defence Study Circle
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1. Air-Sol Moyenne Portée-Renove (ASMPA-R)
Latest News
For the first time, France has released images of its latest-generation nuclear-capable supersonic air-to-surface cruise missile, the ASMPA-R.
About ASMPA-R
• Newest version of France’s ASMP family of medium-range, supersonic, nuclear-capable cruise missiles.
• Plays a crucial role in France’s air-based nuclear deterrence.
Key Features
• Propulsion: Ramjet architecture with dual air intakes for sustained supersonic flight (around Mach 3).
• Range: ≈ 600 km.
• Warhead: Tête Nucléaire Aéroportée (TNA), a “dial-a-yield” nuclear design with 100–300 kiloton options