Ukraine hopes to use its own ballistic missiles against targets in Russia within months
Ukraine expects to deploy domestically produced ballistic missiles in the coming months for strikes deep inside Russian territory, adding to existing drone and cruise missile capabilities.
Long-range drone strikes by Ukraine against targets far behind Russian front lines have become routine. Additionally, Ukrainian forces are increasingly using their own "Flamingo" cruise missiles. Now, Ukraine's defense industry is focused on developing ballistic missiles. According to the head of Ukraine's Defense Industry Council, these missiles are already being tested. Kyiv hopes they will be available for use within months. Ballistic missiles would provide Ukraine with a more powerful weapon system, potentially altering the balance of power and giving Kyiv new leverage. Details on the missiles' range or payload have not been disclosed.
