Ukrainian Intelligence made an important statement regarding Russia's missile production capacity. Main Intelligence Directorate of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine, Russia has 25 units per year medium-range ballistic missile (RS-26 Rubezh) This claim draws attention to Russia's increasing missile production capacity and innovations in its defense strategy.
RS-26 Rubezh: Russia's Strategic Missile Systems
RS-26 Rubezh, Range of 3.500 to 4.000 km It is a medium-range ballistic missile system. The missile stands out with its capacity to carry both nuclear and conventional warheads. This feature allows the missile to Europe, Middle East and Asia It makes it possible to reach targets in a wide geography such as.
Technical specifications
- Range: 3.500-4.000 km
- Title Types: Nuclear and conventional
- Target Ability: Advanced maneuverability and high accuracy
- Speed: Mach 5 above (hypersonic speeds)
- Effectiveness Against Defense Systems: NATO's THAAD ve Aegis The capacity to overcome air defense systems such as.
The RS-26 Rubezh plays a central role in Russia's defense strategy, as a missile specifically developed to counter NATO's air defense systems.
Oreshnik Variant and the November 21, 2024 Dnipro Attack
Ukrainian Intelligence Reports RS-26 Rubezh Missile Oresik It draws attention to a new variant called. This variant will be released on November 21, 2024. Attack on Dnipro, Ukraine was used. Oreshnik variant:
- Improved sensitivity ve high speed has the features.
- It was described by Ukrainian officials as an intercontinental ballistic missile, but Russia said it was a medium-range missile.
- Vladimir Putinannounced that the missile is a new addition to Russia's defense arsenal.
Russia's Annual Production Capacity
According to Ukrainian Intelligence, Russia:
- It can produce 25 RS-26 Rubezh every year.
- This production capacity, which includes the new Oreshnik variant, reflects Russia's effort to increase its missile stockpile.
This development brings Russia's current defense industry infrastructure It shows how strong it is and how it can maintain its production capacities despite Western sanctions.
International Reactions and Concerns
Oreshnik variant its use has had a great impact in the international community. In particular, the United States:
- He stated that the missile was “experimental.”
- Tensions could escalate expressed his concern.
The missile’s hypersonic nature makes it an extremely difficult target for conventional defense systems to intercept. These features:
- Unpredictable flight paths monitoring capability.
- Bypassing air defense systems potential.
RS-26 Rubezh and Global Balances
The RS-26 Rubezh is not just a missile, it is also Russia’s geopolitical strategy Missile effectiveness and production capacity:
- In the balance of power with NATO countries plays an important role.
- It shows that Russia continues to develop its defense capabilities despite Western sanctions.
A Strategic Turning Point
The claims of Ukrainian intelligence reveal how advanced Russia's missile production capacity is. The RS-26 Rubezh, in particular Oreshnik variant, not only increases Russia's defense capabilities, but also causes new discussions in the global balance of power.
