China expanded the nuclear test site at Lob Nur

Satellite images reveal that the Chinese authorities have modernized and expanded their nuclear test site in Lob Nur, East Turkistan.

According to the New York Times, there were signs of the resumption of nuclear tests at the nuclear test site in Lob Nur province, East Turkistan. Some experts believe that this could lead to a new nuclear arms race.

China has expanded its nuclear test site and nearby facilities in Lob Nur province, according to satellite images. New roads were built around the nuclear test site, and the road leading to the military base, about 120 kilometers away, was repaired. In addition, digging equipment was found hidden in the hills, and signs of digging new tunnels were noted. It is estimated that the new tunnel, with a depth of more than 500 meters, will lead to the newly created underground nuclear test site.

The New York Times quoted experts as saying that the reconstruction of the Lob Nur test site is rare, and China's move could lead to an arms race.

In response to questions about the reactivation of the Lob Nur nuclear test site, the Chinese Foreign Ministry said that the reports were exaggerated and that China was working to realize its ambitions for a comprehensive ban and the complete abolition of nuclear weapons.

According to the US Department of Defense, China has significantly expanded its nuclear arsenal over the past year and currently has almost 500 nuclear warheads.

Occupied China conducted a total of 45 nuclear tests in underground tunnels in the period from 1964 to 1996, when it conducted its first nuclear test in Lob Nur. As a result of China's crimes, the Uyghur people of Lob Nur were severely affected by nuclear pollution and suffered tragic illnesses.