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China conducted a live-fire drill of its DF-17 ballistic missiles, which are capable of traveling at hypersonic speeds. The DF-17 is part of a class of weapons that deliver advanced battle power. This development showcases China's progress in hypersonic technology.
A pan-European consortium led by MBDA France has been formed to develop a counter-hypersonic and anti-ballistic interceptor capability. The consortium, HYDIS2dp, will respond to the EDF-2026-DA-ACC-AIRDEF-EATMI tender. This development aims to enhance European defense capabilities against advanced threats.
The U.S. Navy has awarded Castelion a $23.4 million firm-fixed-price order for the Blackbeard hypersonic weapon, moving it toward early operational use. The contract marks the first production order for the hypersonic missile, which can reach speeds of 3,800 mph.
France is moving forward with its next-generation nuclear cruise missile, the ASN4G, which will fly at hypersonic speeds and launch from Rafale F5 jets. The missile is being developed in partnership with MBDA and is expected to boost France's nuclear deterrence capabilities by 2035. The development of the ASN4G is a significant step in France's efforts to modernize its nuclear arsenal.
Saronic and Castelion will collaborate on a hypersonic vehicle launch from an uncrewed surface vessel, with a demonstration planned for 2027.
Increment 4 of the Precision Strike Missile features a combination of rocket-booster and ramjet propulsion, advancing towards flight testing.
L3Harris Technologies has successfully tested a propulsion system designed to push U.S. Army missiles beyond current ranges, clearing a key technical hurdle in a long-range strike program.
Russia used a powerful hypersonic missile with nuclear capabilities to attack Kyiv, Ukraine, resulting in 2 deaths and dozens of wounded.
Russia launched a hypersonic missile and drones at Ukraine's capital overnight.
Ukraine is working to verify US intelligence suggesting Russia may use a hypersonic ballistic missile system.