Ukraine developing missile capable of reaching Moscow – The Economist
Illustrative photo: Ukraine is developing a missile that will reach Moscow (facebook com/GeneralStaff_ua)
Ukraine continues to advance its missile industry despite uncertainty regarding future military support from its partners. It may take about a year to achieve production capabilities that could seriously threaten Russia, according to The Economist.
According to the publication, one of the projects is the Trembita missile, which has a speed of 400 km/h and a range of 200 km. However, a more powerful model is being developed to target Moscow. Serial production is scheduled to begin after final field tests are completed.
The Economist notes that long-range drones helped Ukraine restore a military balance, but their interception rate is now as high as 9 out of 10. That's why Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has instructed a shift to more difficult-to-intercept missiles. The goal is to produce 3,000 units by the end of the year. Less than 10 new missiles and missile drones are ready to launch, with additional smaller-scale developments expected.
The Economist highlights that the most prominent projects include the Neptune and Grom-2 missiles, both funded by the Ukrainian government. However, details of Ukraine’s missile program are not disclosed.
Weapons production in Ukraine
Recently, Zelenskyy said that Ukraine is doing its best to increase its own production of guns and artillery shells.
