U.S. releases new details on alleged secret Chinese nuclear test

By Geoff Brumfiel

Nuclear capable DF-31BJ ballistic missiles are shown on transporters during a military parade in Beijing, China on September 3, 2025. China is undergoing a massive expansion of its nuclear arsenal.

At a event in Washington D.C., A U.S. official said a remote earthquake in 2020 was caused by a Chinese nuclear test.

(Image credit: Kevin Frayer)

Source:: https://www.npr.org/2026/02/17/nx-s1-5716046/u-s-releases-new-details-on-alleged-secret-chinese-nuclear-test

Updated: February 17, 2026 at 6:56 pm