France tests new nuclear missile in Atlantic
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France's military test-fired a new M51.3 ballistic missile on Tuesday. The missile can carry nuclear weapons. It launched over the Atlantic Ocean, the defense ministry said.
President Emmanuel Macron said the test proves France's nuclear deterrent is credible. A deterrent is a weapon that stops enemies from attacking, because they fear a counterattack.