The President's Daily Brief PDB Afternoon Bulletin | December 3rd, 2025: Putin Suffers A Nuclear Missile Disaster & Confusion Over Ukraine Peace Talks
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Dec 3, 2025 A spectacular failure marks Russia's launch of the ‘Satan II’ missile, raising questions about their weaponry reliability. Meanwhile, confusion surrounds Moscow's diplomatic stance on the U.S. peace plan for Ukraine, with conflicting messages emerging post-meeting. The Kremlin's optimistic communication contrasts sharply with the reality of ongoing tensions and unacceptable demands from Kyiv. As the situation evolves, the struggle of Russia's other superweapons adds to the geopolitical complexities. Tune in for insights on these crucial developments.
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Sarmat Test Exposes Reliability Crisis
- The RS-28 Sarmat (Satan II) test exploded seconds after launch, revealing major reliability problems.
- Mike Baker argues this undermines Moscow's claim of unstoppable next-generation nuclear deterrence.
Propaganda Outruns Engineering
- Sarmat was pitched as a strategic game-changer capable of carrying multiple warheads and evading defenses.
- Repeated test failures show propaganda outpaces Russia's actual weapons engineering progress.
Troubled 'Super Weapons' Portfolio
- Mike Baker recounts other Russian