recent satellite imagery analysis has revealed a probable deployment site for the burov vesnik on Nova zemlia a remote archipelago in the Arctic Ocean the imagery shows hardened shelters and support infrastructure consistent with the requirements of a nuclear-powered missile system the choice of Nova zemlia as a deployment site is strategically significant its remote location provides a degree of secrecy and protection for the Bure esnik while its proximity to potential Targets in the northern hemisphere enhances its deterrent value