This market will resolve to "Yes" if Russia conducts a nuclear test by the listed date (ET). Otherwise, this market will resolve to "No".
A nuclear test is defined as the intentional non-combat detonation of a device by Russia that produces a nuclear chain reaction (fission or fusion), regardless of yield.
Accidents, radiological dispersal devices (bombs that spread radioactive material using conventional explosives such as "dirty bombs"), or actions by third parties will not count toward this market's resolution.
Tests not explicitly claimed by Russia may still qualify if a clear consensus of credible reporting attributes the nuclear detonation to Russia. For example, an unclaimed nuclear test analogous to the 1979 "Vela Incident" would count if credible reporting attributes it to Russia.
The resolution source for this market will be a broad consensus of credible reporting.Russia has not conducted a nuclear explosion since 1990 and maintains a de facto moratorium under the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty, which it signed and ratified before withdrawing ratification in 2023. The CTBTO executive secretary issued a fresh warning yesterday against US or Russian testing, underscoring international pressure amid expired New START arms controls. Recent developments include strategic missile drills with nuclear-capable Yars systems in Siberia on April 2 and denials of secret tests in February, but no confirmed activity at test sites like Novaya Zemlya. Ongoing Ukraine conflict escalation and conditional rhetoric from officials like Lavrov—mirroring other powers—drive trader caution, with potential catalysts including US policy shifts or diplomatic breakdowns before year-end deadlines.
This market will resolve to "Yes" if Russia conducts a nuclear test by the listed date (ET). Otherwise, this market will resolve to "No".
A nuclear test is defined as the intentional non-combat detonation of a device by Russia that produces a nuclear chain reaction (fission or fusion), regardless of yield.
Accidents, radiological dispersal devices (bombs that spread radioactive material using conventional explosives such as "dirty bombs"), or actions by third parties will not count toward this market's resolution.
Tests not explicitly claimed by Russia may still qualify if a clear consensus of credible reporting attributes the nuclear detonation to Russia. For example, an unclaimed nuclear test analogous to the 1979 "Vela Incident" would count if credible reporting attributes it to Russia.
The resolution source for this market will be a broad consensus of credible reporting.
This market will resolve to "Yes" if Russia conducts a nuclear test by the listed date (ET). Otherwise, this market will resolve to "No".
A nuclear test is defined as the intentional non-combat detonation of a device by Russia that produces a nuclear chain reaction (fission or fusion), regardless of yield.
Accidents, radiological dispersal devices (bombs that spread radioactive material using conventional explosives such as "dirty bombs"), or actions by third parties will not count toward this market's resolution.
Tests not explicitly claimed by Russia may still qualify if a clear consensus of credible reporting attributes the nuclear detonation to Russia. For example, an unclaimed nuclear test analogous to the 1979 "Vela Incident" would count if credible reporting attributes it to Russia.
The resolution source for this market will be a broad consensus of credible reporting.
Russia has not conducted a nuclear explosion since 1990 and maintains a de facto moratorium under the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty, which it signed and ratified before withdrawing ratification in 2023. The CTBTO executive secretary issued a fresh warning yesterday against US or Russian testing, underscoring international pressure amid expired New START arms controls. Recent developments include strategic missile drills with nuclear-capable Yars systems in Siberia on April 2 and denials of secret tests in February, but no confirmed activity at test sites like Novaya Zemlya. Ongoing Ukraine conflict escalation and conditional rhetoric from officials like Lavrov—mirroring other powers—drive trader caution, with potential catalysts including US policy shifts or diplomatic breakdowns before year-end deadlines.
Experimental AI-generated summary referencing Polymarket data. This is not trading advice and plays no role in how this market resolves. · Updated
Apr 28 2026
Russian nuclear corporation Rosatom begins loading fuel into Bangladesh’s first nuclear power plant, signaling peaceful nuclear activity rather than weapons testing
December 31, 2026 dips to 10%1%
This peaceful nuclear energy development contrasted with fears of nuclear testing, reinforcing the market’s downward adjustment on the likelihood of a Russian nuclear test in 2026.
Apr 27 2026
Dutch defence analysis (Defence News) warns that Russia could be ready for a NATO conflict but stresses that “no evidence of a nuclear test preparation has emerged,” reinforcing
Dutch defence analysis (Defence News) warns that Russia could be ready for a NATO conflict but stresses that “no evidence of a nuclear test preparation has emerged,” reinforcing traders’ belief that a test is unlikely
Apr 27 2026
Ukrainian drone attack kills worker at Russian-controlled Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant; Russia condemns Ukraine for attacks on nuclear facilities
December 31, 2026 dips to 11%1%
The incident underscored ongoing conflict around nuclear sites but was unrelated to any Russian nuclear test, contributing to a slight.
Apr 24 2026
Poland and France announce joint air‑force drills that will simulate nuclear strikes on Russian targets, shifting market focus to conventional posturing rather than a Russian
Poland and France announce joint air‑force drills that will simulate nuclear strikes on Russian targets, shifting market focus to conventional posturing rather than a Russian nuclear detonation
Apr 23 2026
Reuters reports Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Alexander Grushko warning European states against hosting French nuclear‑capable bombers, emphasizing “uncontrolled NATO build‑up”
September 30, 2026 dips to 6%3%
Reuters reports Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Alexander Grushko warning European states against hosting French nuclear‑capable bombers, emphasizing “uncontrolled NATO build‑up” but making no mention of any Russian test plans
Apr 23 2026
France and Poland announce air force exercises practicing nuclear strikes on targets in Russia, including St. Petersburg
NATO’s nuclear-capable exercises near Russia increased geopolitical tensions but did not involve Russian nuclear testing, maintaining market skepticism about a test.
Apr 22 2026
Russia repeatedly launches drones and missiles near the Chernobyl nuclear site during attacks on Ukraine, raising accident risks but no nuclear test
Reports of Russian military activity near nuclear facilities heightened fears of nuclear escalation but did not indicate any nuclear test, stabilizing the market.
Apr 2 2026
Polymarket market commentary notes “absent CTBTO seismic data and Kremlin restraint statements” as the primary reason for the sharp drop in test‑probability odds
September 30, 2026 plunges to 8%23%
Polymarket market commentary notes “absent CTBTO seismic data and Kremlin restraint statements” as the primary reason for the sharp drop in test‑probability odds
Apr 1 2026
Russia’s state nuclear agency confirms no test activity at its Arctic test site, citing “routine maintenance only” and noting the absence of any seismic signatures
September 30, 2026 plunges to 31%20%
Russia’s state nuclear agency confirms no test activity at its Arctic test site, citing “routine maintenance only” and noting the absence of any seismic signatures
Apr 1 2026
Russia suspends participation in New START Treaty limits after February 2026 expiration
December 31, 2026 rises to 51%1%
Russia’s formal suspension of nuclear arms control commitments raised initial market concerns about potential nuclear testing, contributing to the early April.
This market will resolve to "Yes" if Russia conducts a nuclear test by the listed date (ET). Otherwise, this market will resolve to "No".
A nuclear test is defined as the intentional non-combat detonation of a device by Russia that produces a nuclear chain reaction (fission or fusion), regardless of yield.
Accidents, radiological dispersal devices (bombs that spread radioactive material using conventional explosives such as "dirty bombs"), or actions by third parties will not count toward this market's resolution.
Tests not explicitly claimed by Russia may still qualify if a clear consensus of credible reporting attributes the nuclear detonation to Russia. For example, an unclaimed nuclear test analogous to the 1979 "Vela Incident" would count if credible reporting attributes it to Russia.
The resolution source for this market will be a broad consensus of credible reporting.Russia has not conducted a nuclear explosion since 1990 and maintains a de facto moratorium under the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty, which it signed and ratified before withdrawing ratification in 2023. The CTBTO executive secretary issued a fresh warning yesterday against US or Russian testing, underscoring international pressure amid expired New START arms controls. Recent developments include strategic missile drills with nuclear-capable Yars systems in Siberia on April 2 and denials of secret tests in February, but no confirmed activity at test sites like Novaya Zemlya. Ongoing Ukraine conflict escalation and conditional rhetoric from officials like Lavrov—mirroring other powers—drive trader caution, with potential catalysts including US policy shifts or diplomatic breakdowns before year-end deadlines.
This market will resolve to "Yes" if Russia conducts a nuclear test by the listed date (ET). Otherwise, this market will resolve to "No".
A nuclear test is defined as the intentional non-combat detonation of a device by Russia that produces a nuclear chain reaction (fission or fusion), regardless of yield.
Accidents, radiological dispersal devices (bombs that spread radioactive material using conventional explosives such as "dirty bombs"), or actions by third parties will not count toward this market's resolution.
Tests not explicitly claimed by Russia may still qualify if a clear consensus of credible reporting attributes the nuclear detonation to Russia. For example, an unclaimed nuclear test analogous to the 1979 "Vela Incident" would count if credible reporting attributes it to Russia.
The resolution source for this market will be a broad consensus of credible reporting.
This market will resolve to "Yes" if Russia conducts a nuclear test by the listed date (ET). Otherwise, this market will resolve to "No".
A nuclear test is defined as the intentional non-combat detonation of a device by Russia that produces a nuclear chain reaction (fission or fusion), regardless of yield.
Accidents, radiological dispersal devices (bombs that spread radioactive material using conventional explosives such as "dirty bombs"), or actions by third parties will not count toward this market's resolution.
Tests not explicitly claimed by Russia may still qualify if a clear consensus of credible reporting attributes the nuclear detonation to Russia. For example, an unclaimed nuclear test analogous to the 1979 "Vela Incident" would count if credible reporting attributes it to Russia.
The resolution source for this market will be a broad consensus of credible reporting.
Russia has not conducted a nuclear explosion since 1990 and maintains a de facto moratorium under the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty, which it signed and ratified before withdrawing ratification in 2023. The CTBTO executive secretary issued a fresh warning yesterday against US or Russian testing, underscoring international pressure amid expired New START arms controls. Recent developments include strategic missile drills with nuclear-capable Yars systems in Siberia on April 2 and denials of secret tests in February, but no confirmed activity at test sites like Novaya Zemlya. Ongoing Ukraine conflict escalation and conditional rhetoric from officials like Lavrov—mirroring other powers—drive trader caution, with potential catalysts including US policy shifts or diplomatic breakdowns before year-end deadlines.
Experimental AI-generated summary referencing Polymarket data. This is not trading advice and plays no role in how this market resolves. · Updated
Apr 28 2026
Russian nuclear corporation Rosatom begins loading fuel into Bangladesh’s first nuclear power plant, signaling peaceful nuclear activity rather than weapons testing
December 31, 2026 dips to 10%1%
This peaceful nuclear energy development contrasted with fears of nuclear testing, reinforcing the market’s downward adjustment on the likelihood of a Russian nuclear test in 2026.
Apr 27 2026
Dutch defence analysis (Defence News) warns that Russia could be ready for a NATO conflict but stresses that “no evidence of a nuclear test preparation has emerged,” reinforcing
Dutch defence analysis (Defence News) warns that Russia could be ready for a NATO conflict but stresses that “no evidence of a nuclear test preparation has emerged,” reinforcing traders’ belief that a test is unlikely
Apr 27 2026
Ukrainian drone attack kills worker at Russian-controlled Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant; Russia condemns Ukraine for attacks on nuclear facilities
December 31, 2026 dips to 11%1%
The incident underscored ongoing conflict around nuclear sites but was unrelated to any Russian nuclear test, contributing to a slight.
Apr 24 2026
Poland and France announce joint air‑force drills that will simulate nuclear strikes on Russian targets, shifting market focus to conventional posturing rather than a Russian
Poland and France announce joint air‑force drills that will simulate nuclear strikes on Russian targets, shifting market focus to conventional posturing rather than a Russian nuclear detonation
Apr 23 2026
Reuters reports Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Alexander Grushko warning European states against hosting French nuclear‑capable bombers, emphasizing “uncontrolled NATO build‑up”
September 30, 2026 dips to 6%3%
Reuters reports Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Alexander Grushko warning European states against hosting French nuclear‑capable bombers, emphasizing “uncontrolled NATO build‑up” but making no mention of any Russian test plans
Apr 23 2026
France and Poland announce air force exercises practicing nuclear strikes on targets in Russia, including St. Petersburg
NATO’s nuclear-capable exercises near Russia increased geopolitical tensions but did not involve Russian nuclear testing, maintaining market skepticism about a test.
Apr 22 2026
Russia repeatedly launches drones and missiles near the Chernobyl nuclear site during attacks on Ukraine, raising accident risks but no nuclear test
Reports of Russian military activity near nuclear facilities heightened fears of nuclear escalation but did not indicate any nuclear test, stabilizing the market.
Apr 2 2026
Polymarket market commentary notes “absent CTBTO seismic data and Kremlin restraint statements” as the primary reason for the sharp drop in test‑probability odds
September 30, 2026 plunges to 8%23%
Polymarket market commentary notes “absent CTBTO seismic data and Kremlin restraint statements” as the primary reason for the sharp drop in test‑probability odds
Apr 1 2026
Russia’s state nuclear agency confirms no test activity at its Arctic test site, citing “routine maintenance only” and noting the absence of any seismic signatures
September 30, 2026 plunges to 31%20%
Russia’s state nuclear agency confirms no test activity at its Arctic test site, citing “routine maintenance only” and noting the absence of any seismic signatures
Apr 1 2026
Russia suspends participation in New START Treaty limits after February 2026 expiration
December 31, 2026 rises to 51%1%
Russia’s formal suspension of nuclear arms control commitments raised initial market concerns about potential nuclear testing, contributing to the early April.
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