👉 Abandoned missiles are Soviet-era ballistic missile launchers that were left unused or decommissioned after the collapse of the Soviet Union in 1991. These weapons, often found in remote or hard-to-reach locations across various countries, particularly in Eastern Europe and Central Asia, were part of the Soviet Union's extensive nuclear arsenal. Over time, due to economic constraints and shifting geopolitical priorities, many of these missiles were left in storage or were deliberately left to remain as a reminder of the Cold War era. Some were even reactivated for testing or maintenance, while others were left to decay, posing potential security risks and environmental hazards.
