China building more than 100 ‘nuclear’ missile silos in desert

Satellite footage shows alarming development' that signals possible expansion of nuclear capabilities

China is building more than 100 missile silos in the desert, according to an analysis of satellite photos, which researchers say signals a possible expansion of the country's nuclear capabilities.

Analysts warned the expansion signified an alarming development" but also urged caution against worst-case thinking", noting tension between major nuclear powers over disarmament.