PERIMETR, „Mâna Moartă” a Rusiei: sistemul sovietic conceput să lanseze represalii chiar și după distrugerea conducerii

The Soviet system known as Perimetr, or "Dead Hand," was designed to ensure nuclear retaliation even if the leadership was destroyed. It operates semi-automatically, launching missiles if a nuclear attack is detected and communication with command centers is lost. General Sergei Karakaev confirmed its existence in 2011, stating it remains operational today. The system includes sensors to detect nuclear detonations and can transfer launch authority to military levels if communication is compromised. Perimetr serves as a last resort to maintain nuclear deterrence, ensuring that retaliation is possible even after a decapitating strike. Recent updates to Russia's nuclear doctrine reflect a changing strategic context, but Perimetr itself remains a critical component of Russia's nuclear command structure.