The Pentagon says China has fielded a new long-range missile. Here's why the DF-27 is unusual.

China rolled out its nuclear-capable missiles on Wednesday, including the DF-5C ICBM.

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• China's new intercontinental ballistic missile, the DF-27, has been fielded, the Pentagon reports.
• The weapon, which has a confirmed conventional role, can range much of the Pacific and the US.
• The long-range DF-27 is said to be an option for both land-attack and anti-ship missions.

China appears to have fielded a new intercontinental ballistic missile...