Russia Upgrades Secret Cold War Nuclear Bunker Linked to 'Dead Hand' System
Russia has been upgrading Object 1335, a secret Cold War-era nuclear command bunker located inside Mount Kosvinsky in the Ural Mountains. Analysis of over two million Russian military procurement records reveals extensive construction from 2018 to 2024, including large quantities of steel, cement, electrical cables, and specialized filtration systems. This facility, linked to the Perimetr 'Dead Hand' system, is designed to enable retaliatory nuclear strikes even after a devastating attack. The upgrades suggest renewed operational readiness comparable to other hardened nuclear command centers worldwide.
First-hand measurement across 2 sources
We measured how 2 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is neutral (46/100). Lens Score 45/100.
Outlets measured: firstpost, wion. See how each one headlined and framed the same story in the source comparison below.
AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (45–48/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
wion broke this story on 28 Sept, 07:38 am. Other outlets followed.