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Russia to Test New 800km Ballistic Missile

7 sources · first reported 2d ago

via Kyivpost

Russia plans to test a new ballistic missile with a range of up to 800 kilometers by the end of 2026, according to Ukraine's military intelligence. The missile could potentially reach western Ukraine, and its testing may be conducted in the region. Ukraine's military intelligence also reports that Russia is expanding missile production and intensifying mobilization efforts.

Why it matters

The development and testing of this new ballistic missile poses a significant threat to Ukraine's security, particularly in western regions. The missile's range and potential testing in the area could escalate tensions between Russia and Ukraine.

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Development timeline

How this story unfolded across sources, oldest first.

  1. Українські Національні Новини (УНН) ·
    Russia is preparing to test ballistic missiles with a range of 800 km and may attack targets in western Ukraine — the HUR
  2. Оборонка • Межа ·
    Russia is preparing to test a new type of ballistic missile with a range of up to 800 km – DIU
  3. Українська правда ·
    Russia plans to test new ballistic missiles with a range of up to 800 km
  4. Kyivpost · Primary
    Kyiv Warns Russia Will ‘Test’ New Long-Range Missile Against Western Ukraine
  5. The Kyiv Independent ·
    Russia plans to test new ballistic missile with 800-kilometer range, Ukraine's military intelligence says
  6. Euromaidan Press ·
    Russia's new ballistic missile could reach western Ukraine—and it may be tested there within months
  7. RealClearDefense ·
    Ukraine's FP-7 Ballistic Missile Nears Battlefield Debut