Russia tests new hypersonic glide missile

Russian President Vladimir Putin oversaw a test of a new hypersonic glide vehicle and declared that the weapon is impossible to intercept and will ensure his country’s security for decades to come. Putin said the launch of the "Avangard" missile system was a "great success" and an "excellent New Year's gift to the nation". The test comes amid bitter tensions in Russia-US relations, which have sunk to their lowest level since the Cold War times.