Norwegian rocket incident, Rocket incident in Norway
The Norwegian rocket incident, also known as the Black Brant Scare, involved a scientific rocket launch that nearly triggered a nuclear war.
On January 25, 1995, Russia mistook a research rocket launched from Norway for a possible incoming nuclear attack.
This event underscored the importance of international communication to prevent misunderstandings during sensitive times.
Today, countries strive to notify each other about missile tests to avoid similar incidents.
It was the first and only time a nuclear weapons state has activated its nuclear briefcase and prepared for an attack.
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